FC Buzz Weekend of Art and Culture in Fairfield County August 2-4
FC Buzz Weekend August 2-4
HamletHub is proud to partner with the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County and FCBuzz to Elevate Arts and Culture in Fairfield County! Each week, look for a listing of weekend events and activities. The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of the arts and culture across 15 towns in coastal Fairfield County. Sign up to receive a free eBuzz newsletter with top picks and spotlight events from the hundreds of events posted on FCBuzz.
Heather Gaudio Fine Art
Friday Aug 2, 10:30 am - 5:30 pm
A group exhibition featuring painting, works on paper and sculpture by gallery roster artists Hyun Jung Ahn, Tegan Brozyna Roberts, Fernando Daza, Jessica Drenk, Harry Markusse, Dakyo Oh, Matt Shlian, Nadia Yaron and Thomas Witte. The show opens on July 27th and will run through September 14th, 2024. The public is invited to attend an opening reception on July 25th, 4-6pm. The artists featured in this exhibition use diverse materials in singular ways to highlight color, form, and materiality. Working mostly within the mode of abstraction, they articulate signature lexicons through an intuitive, processed-based approach resulting in engaging and visually stimulating artworks. These artists reference themes around our relationship with memory, personal histories, nature, and geographic locations.
Powerhouse Theatre
Friday Aug 2, 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The story of a group of impoverished young artists struggling to survive and create a life in Lower Manhattan's East Village, in the thriving days of the bohemian culture of Alphabet City, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS.
Fairfield Museum
Saturday Aug 3, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The unforgettable summer camps are designed for kids ages 7-12 and bring history to life through art-making, gallery exploration, outdoor play on the Museum Commons, and many more hands-on activities. Each week features a different theme inspired by the Museum’s rich collections and exhibitions. Whether your child has an interest in archaeology, history, or the arts, you’ll be sure to find a program that’s right for them. Spy Camp | July 29-August 2 Innovation Camp | August 5-9 Archaeology Camp | August 12-16 | SOLD OUT! History Camp | August 19-23
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Saturday Aug 3, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
My Gym Stamford is bringing a thrilling celebration of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games to Stepping Stones! The Olympic spirit springs to life during this fun-filled event with a variety of themed games, activities and obstacle courses, offering children the chance to develop and showcase their Olympian skills. Don’t miss out on this unique and exhilarating experience!
OIL PASTELS: LANDSCAPES IN THE TIME TRAVELERS: SUMMER KIDSTUDIO
Greenwich Historical Society
Saturday Aug 3, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Step back in time in our Special Exhibitions Gallery this summer! Kids up to age 12 with an accompanying adult will enjoy this interactive and educational studio space to make crafts and learn more about local history! This weeks theme features the Art Colony. Visitors will learn the history behind the Art Colony and craft their landscape using Oil Pastels.
JUST GLUE IT! ASSEMBLAGE WORKSHOP
The Norwalk Art Space
Saturday Aug 3, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
This two-day workshop will begin with one familiar object, which we will provide. Using paint and repurposed materials such as fabric, beads, buttons, wire, etc., you will transform the object into a playful sculpture that expresses your individual relationship to it. We will consider how everyday objects can become unique artworks, either emphasizing the original use of the object, breaking it down, expressing an emotion, or using it for a playful visual pun. We encourage you to make something unpredictable and attention-getting. This course will be led by visiting assemblage artist, Nina Bentley, and multimedia sculptor and painter, Emily Teall.
LISA LAMPANELLI with IRRELEVANT!
Music Theatre of CT
Saturday Aug 3, 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
For 30 years, Lisa had one dream: to become the world’s best insult comic. Then, in November 2018, she walked away from it all with another goal: to become a life coach and help people achieve THEIR dreams. Two years later, she hates coaching and has nothing to look forward to. Without hobbies, relationships, and interests, she’s the one thing she never thought she’d be: IRRELEVANT. In her new solo show, the former comedian reveals all about her later-in-life path to find relevance. The ultimately hopeful journey in “Lisa Lampanelli: Irrelevant!” will resonate with audience members who have felt unmoored in their own post-pandemic, post-career, and post-relevance world. If there’s hope for Lisa, there’s hope for you too!
ARTISAN MARKETPLACE SUMMER SERIES
MoCA CT
Sunday Aug 4, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This year’s Artisan Marketplace will be held outdoors, providing a beautiful and spacious setting for visitors to explore a wide variety of unique, handcrafted items. From jewelry and pottery to textiles and artwork, there will be something for everyone to enjoy and appreciate. The galleries inside will also be open to enjoy our latest exhibition. The Artisan Marketplace Summer Series is a perfect opportunity for families and friends to spend a leisurely afternoon supporting and discovering the talent and creativity of local artisans. We continue to accept vendor applications – click here to apply!
FIRST FOLK SUNDAY RETURNS SUNDAY
The Saugatuck Rowing and Fitness Club
Sunday Aug 4, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
A special treat and a great opportunity to welcome home to Westport an award-winning singer-songwriter. Lisa is a 2022 & 2023 New England Music Award nominee (Roots), 2020 & 2019 Boston Music Award Nominee (Folk) and winner of 2019 New Folk at the esteemed Kerrville Folk Festival. Her newest CD, ‘On the Water’, will be a featured part of her appearance at First Folk Sunday. Suzanne Sheridan will open for Lisa and Sean. The season is set and will begin with a Bob Dylan retrospective. With Suzanne Sheridan on vocals and rhythm guitar, Tim DeHuff on lead guitar, and Bob Cooper on keyboard, this show promises to be as powerful and memorable as Dylan’s music.
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES with ABBIE GARDNER
Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens
Sunday Aug 4, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Abbie Gardner is a fiery dobro player with an infectious smile. Whether performing solo or with Americana harmony trio Red Molly, her acclaimed tales of love and loss, both gritty and sweet, are propelled by her impeccable lap-style slide guitar playing. Solo performances feature the dobro as a solo instrument, bouncing between a solid rhythmic backbone and ripping lead lines, supporting her voice and songs.
Learn more: https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/summer-concert-series-abbie-gardner
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