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Performances, exhibitions, recitals, and other cultural activities or those by supporters of the arts

An Artist Exchange: Billie Mandle and Cassandra Zampini (In-Person at BU)

An Artist Exchange: Billie Mandle and Cassandra ZampiniAn in-person conversation with artists from A Yellow Rose Project.

The Griffin Museum and Boston University are delighted to present an in-person conversation featuring artists Billie Mandle and Cassandra Zampini from A Yellow Rose Project. This event will include an intimate, interview-style conversation between the two artists, offering insights into their creative practices and work. The discussion will be followed by an open dialogue with students, providing an opportunity for questions, engagement, and deeper exploration of the

Anastasia Sierra Artist Reception

Join us at WinCam Gallery on July 24th, 5.30pm - 7pm, for an artist reception with Anastasia Sierra to celebrate her solo exhibition, Bittersweet. Sierra's intimate project explores the emotional complexity of motherhood through colorful staged portrait photogrphy.

About Bittersweet -

Bittersweet is an ongoing body of work about the conflicting emotions of motherhood, where love and joy live next to the feelings of frustration, guilt and exhaustion.

I collaborate with my young son to recreate moments of tenderness and tension. Together, we make a colorful and mysterious world of

Annu Palakunnathu Matthew: Keynote Speaker | New England Portfolio Reviews (NEPR)

Annu Palakunnathu Matthew

It is an honor to host Annu Palakunnathu Matthew as our keynote speaker for the 2025 New England Portfolio Review (NEPR). Her immersive approach to storytelling through still and moving images creates a visual experience that fully engages the viewer.

Join us online in the Griffin Zoom Room Friday night September 26th at 7pm for Ms. Matthew's presentation, about her work, creativity and vision.

ANNU PALAKUNNATHU MATTHEW's (b. United Kingdom; lives in Rhode Island, USA) photo-based work draws on old photographs to re-examine historical narratives in the

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Are We Alone? With Kelly Beatty

Our galaxy likely contains more planets than stars - so what are the odds of finding distant Earth-like worlds that teem with life? Join Kelly Beatty award winning writer and communicator, as we explore the galaxy. Sponsored by the Cummings Foundation Grant.

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Art Activities + Libraries in Uganda's Refugee Camps

Join us to learn about Winchester-supported libraries in Uganda's refugee camps, see art and photography by refugee youths, and create art of your own!

  • Activities include: drawing and painting with reflective prompts, Thank You Card-making, and responding to refugee youth art from Uganda
  • A time for reflection, gratitude, and creative expression as we approach Thanksgiving!
  • Open to all ages, and great for kids, youths, and families!
  • Contact luluyaotian@gmail.com (Lulu Tian) for more information

The event is sponsored by Creative Learning Haven (creativelearninghaven.org), a project that has started

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Art in August Opening Reception

The Winchester Cultural Council and the Winchester Artists Network invite you to a gala reception to celebrate the opening of Art in August 2025.

Come meet the artists who are exhibiting throughout August in locations throughout the town, the merchants who generously donate space in their shops and windows, state and town leaders, Winchester Cultural Council members and local grant recipients, and others from our community.

Wine and light appetizers served. All are invited, free admission.
 

 

Art in August Opening Reception

The Winchester Cultural Council is joining with the Winchester Artists’ Network to exhibit local artists’ works in local shops and businesses throughout the month of August. We are kicking off Art in August with a gala reception to celebrate the arts in Winchester. Come meet the artists who are exhibiting in locations throughout the town, the merchants who generously donate space in their shops and windows, state and town leaders, Winchester Cultural Council members and local grant recipients, as well as other town residents and business owners.

All are invited, free admission. RSVP appreciated