Cultural Events in Western Connecticut

Experience an unforgettable evening as "Little Lies", an 8-person Fleetwood Mac tribute band from Boston takes the stage, delivering an authentic rendition of your beloved Fleetwood Mac hits. From the mesmerizing vocals to the intricate melodies, immerse yourself in the timeless classics that have captivated generations.

Join us for a night filled with drama, romance, and the iconic allure of Rumours. Let the music transport you as you indulge in a journey through Fleetwood Mac's legendary repertoire, creating memories that will linger long after the final chord fades away.

Check out Little Lies at www.LittleLiesTribute.com & on video: https://fb.watch/reGFFonL34/

📍 Location: Aquila's Nest Vineyards Indoor Tasting Room

Wine is not included in the ticket. A drink purchase of minimum $10 plus tax and gratuity per participant is required to attend this event and can be made at the vineyard prior to the start of the event, after our staff checks your ID. Aquila's Nest has many non-alcoholic options as well.

Outside Alcohol Beverages, Water Bottles or Any Other Beverages are NOT allowed to be brought in the premises of the vineyard. This is a restriction of our Farm Winery Permit. Our staff reserves the right to check bags and coolers.

All participants must be 21 years of age or older.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Ticket is non refundable.

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Have fun and make friends while cultivating your creativity in our weekly group discussions about art, creativity and so much more! Our facilitated conversations invite participants to consider imaginative and alternative viewpoints about the creative process in a congenial, relaxed Zoom setting. Empower your creativity and feed your brain by joining us in the Creative Collective Discussion Group!

This spring, our exploration into the power of creativity continues with the book Light the Dark: Writers on Creativity, Inspiration, and the Artistic Process, edited by Joe Fassler. A few copies of the book will be available at the Library.

Young students will learn theatre basics, as well as music and choreography. This class is highly recommended before participating in other TW Kids’ Programs.

Showcase Performance on June 7th.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Merryall Center in New Milford, CT is now accepting submissions for Expressing Motherhood (Connecticut).

Expressing Motherhood is a stage show of personal stories, songs, and skits all about the journey of motherhood. Since 2008, moms have been sharing their stories at Expressing Motherhood performances across the country. Submissions from moms, dads, grandparents, and reflections about mothers are all welcome.

The show is built for the non-famous, non-published, and people who want to get out and express themselves. The average cast consists of ten people. Performers submit in advance and are chosen based on the power of their stories.

Submission deadline - June 30th, 2025. No auditions. Email Submissions to: aschuette@merryallcenter.org

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

Check out other library programs!

Calling all young writers! Muse Squad, a premier creative writing program, is thrilled to bring its inspiring literature-based classes to the Ridgefield Parks & Recreation Center this spring. Whether your child dreams of crafting magical worlds or exploring classic literature, these engaging workshops are the perfect place to spark creativity and build writing skills.

This season, students will dive into At the Back of the North Wind, the beloved fantasy novel by George MacDonald. Through guided discussions and creative exercises, participants will explore storytelling techniques, develop their own unique voices, and connect with fellow young writers.

📍 Location: Ridgefield Parks & Recreation, 195 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877

🌸 Spring 2025 Courses 🌸

✏ North Wind (ages 8 – 12)

📅 Wednesdays | 4:45 PM – 6:15 PM

🗓 March 19 – May 28

✏ Wonderland (teens 13+)

📅 Wednesdays | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

🗓 March 19 – May 28

Muse Squad will also be welcoming their newest instructor, Ms. Brianna Bencosme Bidó, as she joins the Muse Squad team to co-instruct the Ridgefield courses this spring. Bri has a BA in Creative and Professional Writing and is currently working on her M.F.A. in Creative and Professional Writing at Western Connecticut State University. She is a passionate teaching-artist, poet, and essayist, and Muse Squad cannot wait to introduce her to the wonderful Muse Squad community and all its talented students!

This is a fantastic opportunity for young storytellers to unleash their imagination and refine their writing craft in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Register now to secure a place in one of these exciting classes

BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS

Please text Jose Manuel Fernandez Gonzalez at (203) 212-4798 to reserve your spot, and Venmo $30pp to @manueltrillo1

Join us for an unforgettable evening of Salsa & Bachata dance with internationally acclaimed Manuel Trillo!

Hailing from Spain, Manuel is not only a seasoned professional dancer but also a dance instructor with over 23 years of experience. His career includes being a Spanish champion, European champion, and a US finalist in ballroom dancing. Many may recognize him from his captivating performances on "Dancing with the Stars," where he danced alongside celebrities in Spain.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from a dance legend and elevate your dance moves to new heights! 💃 All levels are welcome - no partner required. Let's come together for an evening of elegance, rhythm, and the joy of dance with Manuel Trillo!

📍 With this ticket, you'll enjoy reserved seating in the cozy indoor tasting room, with seating arrangements thoughtfully assigned by our hostess.

Your VIP Experience:

• Exclusive reserved seating in our cozy indoor tasting room

• Up-close and personal interaction with the performer – the intimate setting of our tasting room creates a unique opportunity to connect with the dancer during the performance

• A superb selection of wines (minimum $10 drink purchase required per guest)

• Delicious non-alcoholic options available for all to enjoy

• Thoughtfully curated seating arrangements by our hostess for a truly intimate experience

Outside Alcoholic Beverages, Water Bottles and any other beverages are NOT allowed on the premises of the vineyard. This is a restriction of Aquila’s Nest Vineyard Winery Permit. Our Staff reserves the right to check bags and coolers.

All participates must be 21 years of age or older.

BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS

Please text Jose Manuel Fernandez Gonzalez at (203) 212-4798 to reserve your spot, and Venmo $30pp to @manueltrillo1

CANCELLATION POLICY

Ticket is non refundable.

Join Lauren Chiarello Mika for an outdoor mindful movement class at this gorgeous organic farm in Ridgefield, CT.

Pilates Fusion is a low-impact mindful movement class blending Pilates, Barre + Yoga. Class is 45-minutes and all levels are welcome.

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Chi Chi Life Founder Lauren Chiarello Mika is a Cancer Exercise Trainer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Pilates/Barre/Yoga Teacher at Plank Ridgefield and curates mindful corporate wellness workshops. Lauren is a two-time cancer thriver who lives in Ridgefield with her husband and five year old identical twin boys. @chichilifenyc

www.chichilifenyc.com

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Jenn is a dedicated Intuitive Tarotologist, Somatic Healing Yoga Instructor, and Reiki Practitioner based in Southington, CT. She has over 30 years of experience in the health and wellness field.

Her focus is on helping clients shine their light and reach their full potential. As a transformational coach, she guides clients through a journey of self-discovery and growth, much like the way a light illuminates a path. Her soul-purpose is to assist clients reach their full potential, and find inner peace and happiness in spirit, mind and body.

HOW TO REGISTER
To sign up for a reading, please text Jenn at 860-459-9323 to reserve your time slot. Readings are $45 for a 20 minute session. Payment is required at time of booking. Payment options include Venmo, CashApp or Zelle.

To find out more about Jenn, visit her website www.JennyGypsy.com

Wine is not included in the ticket. A drink purchase of minimum $10 plus tax and gratuity per participant is required to attend this event and can be made at the vineyard prior to the start of the event, after our staff checks your ID. Aquila's Nest has many non-alcoholic options as well.

Outside Alcohol Beverages, Water Bottles or Any Other Beverages are NOT allowed to be brought in the premises of the vineyard. This is a restriction of our Farm Winery Permit. Our staff reserves the right to check bags and coolers.

All participants must be 21 years of age or older.

CANCELLATION POLICY
This ticket is non-refundable.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

Join our FREE block party concert series downtown with live music on Bank Street, street games, local eats, sidewalk sales and fun! Grab your chairs and join us downtown for an evening of safe and community-involved entertainment:

May 29, with a Rain Date of May 30: 100 Proof

+ Henna By Elyse

June 19, with a Rain Date of June 26: Anchor Management

+ 9-Hole Mini Golf

July 17, with a Rain Date of July 18: Nashville Drive

+ Cotton Candy Cart

August 21, with a Rain Date of Aug 28: Pop Rocks

+ Henna By Elyse

Sept 18, with a Rain Date of Sept 19: Struggle Monkey

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!

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

Step into an evening where art, music, and imagination intertwine. Cocktails & Creativity is a celebration of self-expression, designed to awaken the senses and explore the theme: A Sense of Beauty.

Led by artists Kristen Hollis and Meredith Ferris, guests are invited to participate in a multi-sensory experience featuring live music, a beautiful visual documentary focusing on fashion, a signature cocktail, and, of course, plenty of inspiration. Create your own work of art, or sit back and enjoy the music and film.

The music of Melissa Capezio will guide you through the evening, setting a tone of creative discovery. Whether you’re painting, sketching, or simply observing, you’ll be invited to tap into your inner artist and explore what beauty means to you.

Don’t miss this experience—where every brushstroke, beat, and sip is an expression of the beautiful.

Full Package: $60, includes art creation, live music, the documentary, and a cocktail. This ticket type is limited to 20 people, so get your ticket today! We will supply the paint, brushes, rags, glue, markers, pencils, and inspiration. Be sure to “dress to make a mess.”

Audience Tickets: $15, includes live music, the documentary, and a cocktail.

You may bring your own wine, beer, or other beverage of choice, or enjoy our signature cocktail/mocktail.

Come see the award winning bluegrass band On the Trail at the Bluegrass Coffeehouse!

Welcome to our much-anticipated Annual Plant Sale! This event is the perfect opportunity for all plant enthusiasts, from beginners to seasoned gardeners, to explore an incredible selection of greenery at unbeatable prices. Here's what you can expect:

Bargain Prices

Don't miss out on our exclusive deals! Our plant sale offers **bargain prices** that make it easy and affordable to spruce up your garden or home. Whether you're looking to add a splash of color with annuals or invest in long-term beauty with perennials, you'll find fantastic savings here.

Expert Advice

Need help choosing the right plants or understanding how to care for them? Our team of gardening experts will be on hand to provide insightful advice and tips. Whether you're curious about soil types, sunlight needs, or watering schedules, our knowledgeable staff is ready to assist you.

Variety of Plants

Explore a diverse selection of plants tailored to meet all your gardening needs:

- **Annuals**: Perfect for adding vibrant color and variety to your garden each year.

- **Perennials**: Ideal for those seeking plants that come back stronger year after year.

- **Vegetables**: Start your own homegrown vegetable garden with our selection of healthy seedlings.

- **Houseplants**: Bring the outdoors in with a wide range of houseplants that will enhance your indoor spaces.

Our Annual Plant Sale is more than just a shopping trip; it's an experience that offers inspiration and education for all plant lovers. We look forward to seeing you there and helping you grow your green thumb!

Young students will learn theatre basics, as well as music and choreography. This class is highly recommended before participating in other TW Kids’ Programs.

Showcase Performance on June 7th.

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

$5 Members; $28 General Admission; $23 Students/Seniors

Spend an afternoon in the Sculpture Garden with artists Rachelle Dang, Anders Hamilton, and Mary Mattingly. From 12 noon to 1 pm, take a guided tour of A Garden of Promise and Dissent, featuring works selected and discussed by the artists themselves.

After the tour, linger in the Garden to enjoy lunch offerings for purchase and a cash bar in the open air surrounded by art and nature.

Experience uplifting, magical, and multidimensional messages with Anne Vivian Schipani. Feel a twinkling embrace of celestial support from Angels, Guides, Ascended Masters, Planetary Consciousness, and Star Beings. Anne will channel both collective and individual messages. Anne is a life coach, psychic, and host of the "Integrative Mystic" podcast on mindbodyspirit.fm. Find out more about her at creativepsychestudio.com

• Cost: $35 before 5/27, $40 after, preregistration required by 5/30.

Into The Floyd — An Interstellar Journey Into the Music of Pink Floyd — is excited to make its debut at Aquila's Nest Vineyards in Newtown!

Into The Floyd brings alive the music of Pink Floyd by performing an authentic and diverse catalogue of the band’s music all the way from their earliest material from the 1960s through to their final work.

2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the album (and song) "Wish You Were Here," and we will surely be celebrating. We don't just aim to please every fan in the audience — but instead to lure them into a suspension of disbelief where they are experiencing a true Pink Floyd concert.

Your VIP Experience:

• Exclusive reserved seating in our cozy indoor tasting room

• Up-close and personal interaction with the performer – the intimate setting of our tasting room creates a unique opportunity to connect with the guest during the performance

• A superb selection of wines (minimum $10 drink purchase required per guest)

• Delicious non-alcoholic options available for all to enjoy

Outside Alcohol Beverages, Water Bottles or Any Other Beverages are NOT allowed to be brought in the premises of the vineyard. This is a restriction of our Farm Winery Permit. Our staff reserves the right to check bags and coolers.

All participants must be 21 years of age or older.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Ticket is non refundable.

MERRYALL GALA 2025

Featuring Frank Brocklehurst & His Merry All-Star Band& & Local Favorite Guest Singers, Hosted by Karen Valentine

6:30-8 Small Bites & Cocktails - Dress: Black & White Attire Encouraged

8-10 Performance

Don't miss this special event featuring Frank Brocklehurst on bass, Lanny Ball on piano, John Keilty on guitar and Avery Collins on drums. This talented quartet of musicians will add their jazz chops to the music performed by: Felicia Michael, Nick Petrone, Violet Willows (Brianne Chasanoff & Mary Gardner) Missy Alexander and Bill Petkanas.

Doors Open for this Gala Event at 6:30 PM. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres served until the concert begins, at 8. Beer and wine available for suggested donation throughout evening.

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

CINDY KALLET and GREY LARSEN live and streamed in concert from Music at the Ridge

Gather with friends and family for an unforgettable night with Vedat Ademi, one of the most beloved Albanian singers. Enjoy Vedat Ademi's original repertoire and popular Albanian traditional songs, as we sing and dance together in our indoor grand piano tasting room.

This event is open to all ages. Please secure tickets for all attendees 3 years and older.

📍 Location: Aquila's Nest Vineyards Indoor Tasting Room

Your VIP Experience:

• Exclusive reserved seating in our cozy indoor tasting room

• Up-close and personal interaction with the performer – the intimate setting of our tasting room creates a unique opportunity to connect with the guest during the performance

• A superb selection of wines (minimum $10 drink purchase required per guest)

• Delicious non-alcoholic options available for all to enjoy

OUTSIDE BEVERAGES/FOOD POLICY
•Outside alcohol beverages, water bottles or any other beverages are not allowed in the premises of the vineyard. This is a restriction of our Farm Winery Permit. Any violation of this restriction puts our permit in jeopardy.
•Guests are welcome to bring their own food, and are responsible for their picnic personal belongings, cleaning their area before leaving the vineyard.

**Please plan accordingly to arrive on time at 5pm.**

CANCELLATION POLICY
Ticket is non refundable.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Join us on the first and third Mondays of every month for a new release/popular movie.

Check out other library events.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Have fun and make friends while cultivating your creativity in our weekly group discussions about art, creativity and so much more! Our facilitated conversations invite participants to consider imaginative and alternative viewpoints about the creative process in a congenial, relaxed Zoom setting. Empower your creativity and feed your brain by joining us in the Creative Collective Discussion Group!

This spring, our exploration into the power of creativity continues with the book Light the Dark: Writers on Creativity, Inspiration, and the Artistic Process, edited by Joe Fassler. A few copies of the book will be available at the Library.

Young students will learn theatre basics, as well as music and choreography. This class is highly recommended before participating in other TW Kids’ Programs.

Showcase Performance on June 7th.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

Check out other library programs!

Seating Chart

Doors open at 6:00pm. Try to be seated by 6:30pm to have your dinner order taken. Showtime begins at 7:00pm when we transform the space into a theater.

Out of respect for the performers and other patrons, please keep talking to a whisper during the performance.

Very Limited Occupancy. Tables seating 2, 4, 5 guests, with tables for 6, 8, 12 available upon request. Single, general admission tickets are also available. See The Attached Seating Chart. Admission Is $15.00 - $25.00 Per Person, Ticket prices may be higher for special performances. Having problems with the ticketing system? Call 203-247-4273

Parking: Please park in LaZingara's lot or on Greenwood Ave. or School Street. Please avoid parking in P.T. Barnum Square.

Check out the band:

Michael Bard - Sax

Michael has been playing the saxophone since he was 8 years old after being bewitched by the sounds of the jazz greats, notably Charlie Parker, Dexter Gordon, John Coltrane, and Sonny Rollins. He has performed with the New York All-State Jazz Ensemble and The University of Michigan Jazz Group as well as several smaller jazz combos in the Ann Arbor area. Over the course of his career, he has played with the Temptations, the rhythm and blues band, Incognito and has worked in groups with Phil Woods, trumpeter Tom Hagans and bassist Steve Laspina. His teachers include Eric Alexander, Dave Tofani, Bob Sheppard and Joel Frahm. In addition to this musical journey, he is a physician in Danbury. He has been living in Redding for more than 20 years. Expect to hear an eclectic mix of Bop, Afro-Cuban, Latin, Straight Ahead, Modern and Fusion jazz styles. He will be joined by some of the top jazz musicians of the Greater New York area who will bring their own talents and experiences to the concert.

We're sorry, there are no refunds after tickets have been purchased. In the event of a pandemic, rain, snow, or other forms of weather which prohibit a performance, the performance date will be postponed and rescheduled for another date within a reasonable amount of time. If the new date is postponed, a future alternate date will be picked at the discretion of Bethel Jazz and the musical artist. The ticket holder will be notified of postponements, cancellations, and rescheduled dates via email. Tickets are non-refundable and may be transferred to another person in the event a purchaser cannot make the rescheduled date. In the event, an artist cancels a date, and Bethel Jazz is unable to reschedule the artist, Bethel Jazz reserves the right to provide a substitute performer of equal quality without notice to the ticket purchaser. If a date is canceled and not rescheduled, Bethel Jazz will provide a refund (in some cases minus the Eventbrite fee) or credit for another performance at the choice of the ticket holder. Bethel Jazz will always do its best to accommodate for changes in seating, table sizes, or changes to tickets.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

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!

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

Join us for an inspiring evening of art, flavor, and community!

Mingle with talented artists and fellow art lovers while savoring a Signature Cocktail, local wines, craft brews, and festive bites. Be among the first to preview this year’s collection of exceptional artwork by some of the region’s finest artists.

Our fantastic biennial Art Show includes a silent auction, live art demonstrations, and engaging activities for both children and adults—all set against the backdrop of nature and agrarian life that inspires our work and defines our beautiful property.

$50 per person

(includes a $25 art purchase credit)

Registration is required. Please register at www.newpondfarm.org

Young students will learn theatre basics, as well as music and choreography. This class is highly recommended before participating in other TW Kids’ Programs.

Showcase Performance on June 7th.

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

The Ridgefield Guild of Artists is pleased to mount a return of this show that features 5 artists selected by the juror, Tanya Pohrt, Curator of the Lyman Allyn Museum in New London. The five will share the three rooms in our galleries and present new work created for this show.

Sculpture 2025 is an outdoor exhibit of 15 Connecticut Sculptors

In the Gallery we will be Featuring paintings by Megan Marden

Musical Guest the Bad Slugs will be performing their original music and a few of their favorite covers. There will be refreshments and it is Free to the Public, a family friendly outing in Bethel Connecticut.

June 7, 2025 - 2:00-5:00PM

Trailer Box Project at Jim Felice Studios

12 Francis J Clarke Circle

Bethel Ct. 06801

203-797-0230

Join us for the opening reception of the return of the Guild's juried show where 5 artists share the three rooms in our galleries. The juror is Tanya Pohrt, Curator of the Lyman Allyn Museum in New London.

Compared to the work of David Sedaris, Claudia Shear and Augustin Burroughs, IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING is a uniquely crafted autobiographical tour-de-force in which Bill shares funny, heartbreaking, and unbelievable true stories from his career as an actor and mime, and his life-long exploration of the role silence plays in all our lives.

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

The Ridgefield Guild of Artists is pleased to mount a return of this show that features 5 artists selected by the juror, Tanya Pohrt, Curator of the Lyman Allyn Museum in New London. The five will share the three rooms in our galleries and present new work created for this show.

Our annual Summer Great Works Concert will feature two of Mozart's most iconic choral works: his beloved Requiem and the lesser known Coronation Mass. The concert will take place on Sunday, June 8th, 2025, at 3 pm at St. John's Church in New Milford, CT.

The concert will be conducted by music director James Knox Sutterfield and will feature professional soloists and orchestra.

Parking is available on the street, behind the church, and at the public library across Whittlesey Avenue.

St. John’s in New Milford is wheelchair accessible at the side entrance on Whittlesey Ave. Accessible bathrooms are available on the same floor as the sanctuary.

Tickets are $25 in advance at https://kentsingers.com/tickets/ and $30 at the door. For further information contact tickets@kentsingers.org.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Release your inner thespian and join the Redding script reading group. Our group is a whole new way to experience a play you never knew you needed. This casual monthly group will meet up to read classic and contemporary plays aloud. Our hope is to foster a collaborative environment and explore all types of theater.

Welcome to all who love or are curious about theater — no theater experience is required.

Bring a couple of songs, a story, a few poems, or your tight 8 minutes of standup to the Merryall Center's Open Mic. Signups start at 6:30 for our 7:00 open mic. Two songs or 8 minutes.

Join our community of artists! Bring a couple of songs, a story, a few poems, or your tight 8 minutes of standup to the Merryall Center's Open Mic. Signups start at 6:30 for our 7:00 open mic.

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

The Ridgefield Guild of Artists is pleased to mount a return of this show that features 5 artists selected by the juror, Tanya Pohrt, Curator of the Lyman Allyn Museum in New London. The five will share the three rooms in our galleries and present new work created for this show.

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

Check out other library programs!

As the days continue to grow longer and the warmer temperatures continue to increase we see Mother Nature is in full bloom. Come join us outdoors under the night sky and by the River as we welcome June's Strawberry Full Moon. This is an extremely powerful time for cleansing our emotional waters and setting intentions for renewal and rejuvenation for the coming months. This is the time to release old habits, behaviors, limiting beliefs and traumas, while we focus on bringing your goals and dreams to life. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR OR BLANKET TO SIT ON THIS CLASS IS FULLY OUTSIDE. Strawberries and Moon Water will be served.

Additional payment options through Venmo: Laurienotch OR Zelle (475)289-4991 (PLEASE SPECIFY CLASS)

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

The Ridgefield Guild of Artists is pleased to mount a return of this show that features 5 artists selected by the juror, Tanya Pohrt, Curator of the Lyman Allyn Museum in New London. The five will share the three rooms in our galleries and present new work created for this show.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

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!

The exhibition Karen Neems: Orchestrated Realities features digital and mixed-media collage artworks by Neems that contain "orchestrated realities and perceptual puzzles." We hope you will join us for the artist's reception on Saturday, April 26th from 2 pm – 4 pm, which is free and open to the public. We'll have art, conversation, and light refreshments. The show runs during our regular business hours 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday from April 14th – July 3, 2025.

Karen Neems is an artist based in Stamford, Connecticut who has had numerous solo and group exhibitions at galleries and museums in the Northeast. Last year, she was among ten photographic artists included in an exhibition called In/Sight at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan. Whether she is creating collages digitally or cutting and pasting prints and other media, Neems says she chooses “to use photography to explore the relationships between images I observe and record, rather than for its documentary aspect.”

For more information about the artist and exhibition, please see the webpage for the exhibition and Karen Neems’ website

Daydream © Karen Neems

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

The Ridgefield Guild of Artists is pleased to mount a return of this show that features 5 artists selected by the juror, Tanya Pohrt, Curator of the Lyman Allyn Museum in New London. The five will share the three rooms in our galleries and present new work created for this show.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

Did you know that a recent study from Stanford University suggests that the techniques used by memory athletes* can be taught, learned, and create changes in the brain that enhance memory skill? Come learn about the tips and techniques used by memory athletes.*

*Memory athletes are Olympic-level memorizers who compete to see who can memorize large amounts of information.

The Ridgefield Library is pleased to announce a new solo art show featuring the work of Dina Belyayeva, entitled The Travel Journal. This exhibit will be on view from May 16th through June 14th in the Lower Level Gallery.  

All are invited to meet the artist at the opening reception on Sunday, May 18th from 2:00-4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Dina Belyayeva is a New England-based, Russian-born contemporary realist painter. She is a member of art associations in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Her works received awards at competitive juried exhibitions and found homes in private collections in the US and internationally. Learn more.

Exhibition Statement:

Life is full of interesting twists and turns. We travel to far-away lands, trying to find inspiration and solace, travel with companions to share the joy of discovery, cross oceans to see the loved ones and run away from loss and sorrow. The cliché of enjoying the journey is as true as the significance of the destinations we reach and the places we see and experience. What we find in those places and in ourselves will be the invisible load that will shape the road ahead.

Gallery 25 Presents: Heatwaves & Hues – A Summer Art Show

Heatwaves & Hues, running from Friday, May 2 – Sunday, August 17. This vibrant exhibition will showcase works bursting with color and inspired by the warmth and energy of summer.

Plan a Fun Weekend in New Milford!

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Enjoy well-reviewed restaurants, pubs, and unique shops, take in a film at our charming Art Deco movie theater, or catch a live performance at the innovative TheatreWorks playhouse. Stroll through our beautiful historic New England Green, a perfect spot to relax and soak in the town’s charm.

Experience Gallery 25

Gallery 25 is an artist-run gallery featuring 25 members working across all genres. Along with our exciting exhibitions, we invite you to take part in our workshops, live demonstrations, artist discussions, and photography walks!

We welcome you to explore, create, and be inspired!

$30 per family (up to 5 people)

Sensory Saturday is a program designed for children (ages 4-12) with developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, those on the autism spectrum and their family members.

The program includes exploration in the galleries in a relaxed environment and the discovery of contemporary art through touch, sound, and movement. In The Studio, participants will engage in a hands-on art-making project inspired by the current exhibitions.