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"Sound Influence" at the Sumner McKnight Crosby Jr. Gallery

The Arts Council presents Sound Influence at the Sumner McKnight Crosby Jr. Gallery
Curated by Katro Storm
Featuring work by Bio, Cathleen Milburn, Charles Winn, Deme 5, Jaime Kriksciun, Julie Gombieski, Kwest, Marka27, Orlando Dome, Percy Fortini-Wright, Pro Blak, Reo, Rocko & Sket

November 17, 2011 to January 13, 2012
Artists' Reception: Thursday, November 17 - 5 to 7pm
70 Audubon Street, 2nd Floor, New Haven
www.newhavenarts.org

Keith Sklar at Giampietro Gallery

Fred Giampietro Gallery is pleased to present Keith Sklar: A Good Egg, opening November 18 and on view through December 16. Keith Sklar's paintings present multiple situations in flux, with global visual culture folded into the work; from digital, folk and pop sources to historical art references.

Giampietro Gallery is located in the historic AC Gilbert Erector Set factory complex, 315 Peck St., New Haven. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10am to 4pm, and Saturday, 11am to 4pm. Call (203) 777-7760 or visit www.fredgiampietro.com.

One of Twenty Artist Collective Group Show

Come to Eastern Pulse in Hamden, CT on November 17th, for the latest Group Show from the One of Twenty Artist Collective. See new artwork from our collective of artists, limited edition clothing, plus custom painted skate decks designed by the artists.

NOVEMBER 17th: 7-10PM
Free Admission, food, and drink.
Email contact@oneoftwenty for directions or more details.
One of Twenty is a clothing company and artist collective with 20 current members from 8 different states up and down the east coast of the US.

See Work by Barbara Vietzke & Pat Kaplan

Come see OLD FRIENDS: Impressions of a Mind's Eye, by Barbara Vietzke, and Canyons: Past, Present and Future by Pat Kaplan.

Opening November 16 and running through January 6 at 300 George Street, New Haven. Open weekdays from 8am to 6pm; Opening receptions on Wednesday, November 16 from 12:30pm to 1:30pm and Thursday, November 17 from 4pm to 6pm.

Portraiture in Perspective

Visit the Yale Center for British Art this week for programs related to our special exhibitions, Johan Zoffany RA: Society Observed and Adapting the Eye: An Archive of the British in India, 1770–1830. Highlights include an Art in Context talk and two film screenings.

Roger Van Damme at Gallery 963

Roger Van Damme: Seascapes
Brent Evans Piano Shop - Gallery 963
963 State Street, New Haven
Reception November 19

Shoreline ArtsTrail 2011

Open Studios Weekend, November 19-20, 2011,10am to 4pm.

The Shoreline ArtsTrail celebrates its 10th Anniversary with the annual Open Studios Weekend, November 19 and 20, 2011. In total, 43 artists from Branford, Guilford, and Madison are participating in this two-day event, presenting an array of mediums. For specific locations and more information about events, discount offers and participating artists, pick up a copy of the Shoreline ArtsTrail map, available in libraries, town halls and visitors’ centers in Branford, Guilford and Madison, as well as at the Guilford Art Center and the various studios, or visit www.shorelineartstrail.com for more information.

CAW Annual Bowl-A-Thon

The Studio Potters at Creative Arts Workshop (CAW) are donating their time and energy to help fight hunger this holiday season by sponsoring the 15th Annual Bowl-A-Thon. The event benefits the Community Soup Kitchen and is held on the Sunday, November 20, from 1:30pm to 5:00pm at the CAW Pottery Studio (80 Audubon Street, New Haven). The public is invited to attend.

The Bowl-A-Thon is a sale of hand-made pottery bowls and mugs made specially for the event by Creative Arts Workshop studio potters, faculty, students and friends. Bowls and mugs come full of hearty seasonal soup with bread on the side, all donated by local merchants. For more information about these events, please call (203) 562-4927 or visit www.creativeartsworkshop.org.

Jeff Lederer's Sunwatcher

Friday, November 18th at 8:30 and 10:00 p.m.
Jeff Lederer’s Sunwatcher
Firehouse 12, 45 Crown Street New Haven
Tickets are $18 (first set) and $12 (second set)
Tickets are available at http://firehouse12.com or (203) 785-0468

On Friday, November 18th, Firehouse 12 is pleased to present saxophonist Jeff Lederer’s Sunwatcher in celebration of their new album Sunwatcher (JazzHeads). In addition to Lederer, Sunwatcher features pianist Jamie Saft, legendary bassist Avery Sharpe, and drummer Matt Wilson.

Ryerson/Carter Duo at Milford Center for the Arts

Joe Carter

The 2011/2012 Jazz Series at Milford Center for the Arts will continue on Friday, November 18 at 8PM with a very special performance by Ali Ryerson, flute, and Joe Carter, guitar. Ali Ryerson has emerged as one of the most exciting and versatile flutists on the scene today. Joe Carter started guitar studies at an early age.

Reservations are recommended. Call Milford Fine Arts Council at (203) 878-6647 Wednesday through Friday between 9:30am and 5pm, or visit online at www.milfordarts.org. General admission $20 ($15 for MFAC members) with reserved and limited seating available.

Chamber Music Concert

A concert of 18th-century chamber music, Saturday, November 19, 7:00 pm at Saint Francis Church in New Haven performed by its resident ensemble Solisti Saint Francis. Program will include works by Bach, Mozart, Telemann and Vivaldi. For further information, please contact Britt Wheeler, (203)-503 -7651 or clavecin28@gmail.com.

Cellist Joshua Roman

Wesleyan University’s Center for the Arts presents cellist Joshua Roman as part of the Performing Arts Series on Friday, November 18, 2011 at 8pm in Crowell Concert Hall at 50 Wyllys Avenue on the Wesleyan campus in Middletown.

Joshua Roman was the principal cellist for the Seattle Symphony and is also known for his collaboration with DJ Spooky (on iPad) to cover Radiohead’s “Everything in Its Right Place” for The Voice Project. http://www.joshuaroman.com/

There will be a pre-concert talk at 7:15pm by Wesleyan Private Lessons Teacher Julie Ribchinsky. Tickets for the performances are $22 for the general public; $18 for senior citizens, Wesleyan faculty/staff, and non-Wesleyan students; and $6 for Wesleyan students. Tickets are available online at http://www.wesleyan.edu/cfa, by phone at (860) 685-3355, or in person at the Wesleyan University Box Office, located in the Usdan University Center, 45 Wyllys Avenue, Middletown. Tickets may also be purchased at the door beginning one hour prior to the performance, subject to availability.

Positive Catastrophe Performs at The Big Room

Positive Catastrophe performs at 8pm at The BIG ROOM on Saturday, November 19, 2011. Positive Catastrophe is co-led by cornetist Taylor Ho Bynum and percussionist Abraham Gomez-Delgado and features Kamala Sankaram (voice, accordion); Mark Taylor (french horn); Reut Regev (trombone); Matt Bauder (tenor saxophone); Michael Attias (baritone saxophone); Pete Fitzpatrick (electric guitar); Alvaro Benavides (electric bass); and Tomas Fujiwara (drums).

$10/admission (cash only at the door)
Seating is limited. Reservations recommended but not required.
To reserve tickets: thebigroomnewhaven@gmail.com

The BIG ROOM
Erector Square, 319 Peck Street, New Haven
www.thebigroomnewhaven.com
917.531.4484

Authors Richard Klin & Lily Prince at NHPL

Richard Klin and Lily Prince, authors of Something To Say: Thoughts on Art and Politics in America, will present a talk entitled "A Great Faith in Human Beings: Howard Zinn and the Intersection of Art and Politics, November 18, 3pm, at the New Haven Public Library, 33 Elm St., New Haven. This presentation is a collaboration between Yale's Program in Public Humanities and the library, and refreshments will be served. For more information visit: www.zinntalk.eventbrite.com or call 203-946-8835.

The Poetry Institute - New Haven

The Poetry Institute Poetry Series celebrates an eclectic mix of poetic voices on Thursday, November 17. This month, the Open Mic will feature Mary Elizabeth Lang. Free. Doors open at 6:30pm; Reading starts at 7:00 pm.

The Institute Library
847 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT
http://thepoetryinstitute.com
poetryinstitute@gmail.com

Bebe Miller Company: History

Wesleyan University’s Center for the Arts presents Bebe Miller Company: History as part of the Performing Arts Series on Friday, November 18 at 8pm, and Saturday, November 19 at 2pm and 8pm, in the Patricelli ’92 Theater, 213 High Street on the Wesleyan campus in Middletown.

Director Bebe Miller has experimented with new ways of revealing her choreographic process since forming her company in 1985. History is a collaborative project with playwriter/director Talvin Wilks, video artist Lily Skove, and company dancers Angie Hauser and Darrell Jones, coupled with multimedia projections and an installation by Maya Ciarrocchi.

Tickets for these performances are $23 for the general public; $19 for senior citizens, Wesleyan faculty/staff, and non-Wesleyan students; and $6 for Wesleyan students. Tickets are available online at http://www.wesleyan.edu/cfa, by phone at (860) 685-3355, or in person at the Wesleyan University Box Office, located in the Usdan University Center, 45 Wyllys Avenue, Middletown. Tickets may also be purchased at the door beginning one hour prior to the performance, subject to availability.

Lyric Hall Silent Movie Series

The Lyric Hall Theater Orchestra presents the 1927 silent film classic, “it,” starring Clara Bow. The film will be accompanied by live music. Performances are Saturday November 19 at 7:00pm and 9:00pm, and Sunday November 20 at 2:00pm at Lyric Hall, 827 Whalley Avenue in New Haven. Tickets are available for $10 at Best Video, 1842 Whitney Avenue in Hamden, or at the door. For more information call 203-562-3946.

Upcoming Events at Arts Center Killingworth

Family Music Workshop with the Geller-Anderson Duo
Saturday, Nov. 19th (4:30-5:30pm) Killingworth Congregational Church, 273 Route 81
Imagine colors and shapes as you listen to the music. Create a group brushstroke poem using onomatopoeia, alliteration and your own words. Take home a souvenir drawing of shapes, sketches and squiggles inspired by the sounds you hear. Tickets call (860) 663-5593 or buy online at www.artscenterkillingworth.org. $5 per Family.

Sultry Classical NightOut Concert
Saturday, November 19 (7:30pm)
Join New York based Geller-Anderson Duo for the triumphant opening of Beethoven’s Sonata No.1 in D Major, Gershwin’s classic Porgy and Bess, Paul Schoenfield’s jazzy Four Souvenirs, and end your evening with the delicate beauty of Nocturne by Lili Boulanger. Killingworth Congregational Church, 273 Rt. 81. Tickets call (860) 663-5593 or buy online at www.artscenterkillingworth.org. $20 Adults, $15 Teens, $10 Children 12 and under.

Knit a Fashionable Scarf Workshop
November 20, 1:30-4:30pm. $45
Couture Knitter Kimberly Conner teaches the “wrap and turn” technique to create the unusual Collared Ruffle Scarf. Experiment with different yarn choices to make a one-of-a-kind creation. Necessary skills: casting on, knit and purl stitch and binding off. Materials not included. Register by calling the Arts Center at 860-663-5593 or emailing artscenterkillingworth@gmail.com.

Ballroom Dancin Fools Offers Classes & Private Lessons

Ballroom Dancin Fools is now offering Classes and Private Lessons in 2 Locations with private rooms in New Haven and Guilford.

Sizzling Salsa-all levels
Always wanted to dance Salsa with style? Then now is the time. Get fit, have fun and dance. Salsa every Thursday night in Guilford, 7:00-7:45pm, $15/person. Class location: Bodi N Motion, 2351 Boston Post Rd., Guilford.
For all Classes and Private Lessons call (203) 641.0691.

Hustle & Cha-Cha -Beg. II
This class teaches the basics for club and party dancing, whether it's to 70's music or current Hustle tunes. Cha-cha has that distinctive latin triple step, danced to Santana and Michael Buble. No partner necessary, wear comfortable clothes. Wednesdays, 8-8:45pm, 5 weeks beginning Nov. 16. Call today to register: $50/person, $95/couple. Class location: 2351 Boston Post Rd. Guilford, CT 06437

Private Lessons:
Instructor: Laurent Mullen, owner of Ballroom Dancin Fools offers private lessons for Wedding Dances, Swing, Salsa, Tango, Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot, Cha-cha, Hustle and more. Call 203.641.0691 to book a Complimentary Private Lesson in Guilford or in New Haven at 216 State St.

Guitar Workshop with Paul Geremia

Art at Murray Pond Presents Guitar Workshop with blues legend Paul Geremia
Sunday, December 4 at 1:00pm. Call Joan in advance to register 860 663-1169 (must have min of 5 people for the workshop). Cost $50.

Holiday Ornament Sale & Glassblowing Demo at Murray Pond

In November and December Joan Levy Hepburn will be glassblowing and selling ornaments for the holidays!
Call 860-663-1169 to order ornaments, or to visit and watch a glassblowing demonstration and choose your favorite colors of glass! Ornaments cost $20 each plus tax. These ornaments have sold in the Renwick Museum of the Smithsonian, The Corning Glass Museum, The American Craft Museum and many others!

Open Call for Green Artists

Picture That, LLC and Thompson Hospitality invites you to submit artwork for the 4th annual Sustainability edition of UNITY, June 2012. The UNITY publication is distributed on a complimentary basis to hundreds of corporate and university dining centers throughout the United States, where Thompson Hospitality provides food services. This is a great opportunity to have your artwork viewed by thousands of consumers and possibly sold.

This publication will feature artwork created from recyclable and "eco-friendly" material. We are looking to highlight everyday items we take for granted or discard to create stunning works of art! The work should be created with an environmental eye, promote a green-friendly theme, and using sustainable products or methodolgies. To view past editions of the Unity Publication, featuring our Fine Art Centerfold visit: http://www.picture-that.com/ThompsonHospitality/index.html

If you are interested in having your work featured in UNITY, email the required materials below by November 25, 2011 to opencallforartists@picture-that.com. Please format the subject of your EMAIL as follows: GREEN_LastNameFirstName_THArt. For example: GREEN_JonesMary_THArt.

REQUIRED MATERIALS INCLUDE:
1. Five digital jpg files of artwork to be considered; 350 dpi or greater (~3"x5" in size). Name the jpg files the same as the name of the artwork.
2. Artist Bio and Artist Statement
3. Artist Photo

Contact us with questions via email at opencallforartists@picture-that.com with the subject of your email being the same as indicated above.

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