Students in grades 1–5 will have the opportunity to take part in Disney’s The Lion King KIDS! Young performers will journey to the African savanna and bring this legendary adventure to life. Packed with unforgettable music, including “Hakuna Matata” and “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” this high-energy musical is the perfect place to make new friends, learn great songs and movement, and shine in the spotlight.

Each class ends in a full production. Space is limited, so grab your safari gear and register today to join the pride! Performances of Disney’s The Lion King KIDS will take place on Saturday, March 6, 2027, at Christ Church Greenwich. Following the success of this fall’s Winnie the Pooh, Open Arts Alliance will once again offer an introduction to live performance for our youngest performers, ages 5 and 6, with Alice in Wonderland. In this new adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale, our youngest students will bring beloved characters including Alice, the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts to life through a fun, imaginative, and collaborative theatrical process.

Designed especially for young performers who are discovering the joy of being on stage, Alice in Wonderland will encourage creativity, confidence, imagination, and teamwork while introducing children to the fundamentals of live performance. Registration for all programs is now open at openartsalliance.com.

Open Arts Alliance is proud to announce its magical Spring 2027 Season, featuring our audition-based Mainstage production alongside exciting classbased programming.

Audition registration is now open for our upcoming Mainstage production, the eternal classic Peter Pan! OAA is bringing this timeless, high-energy adventure to life and looking for an energetic cast to fill the stage.

Follow Peter Pan as he sweeps the Darling children off to a magical world where they encounter the villainous Captain Hook, a band of bungling pirates and the mischievous Lost Boys. This timeless Broadway musical of imagination, bravery, and friendship is the ultimate opportunity for your child to discover their inner magic, build confidence, and shine on stage! Featuring the iconic songs, "I'm Flying," "I've Gotta Crow," "I Won't Grow Up" and "Never Never Land," Peter Pan is the perfect show for the child in all of us who dream of soaring high and never growing up. All students in grades 3–12 are encouraged to audition for this exciting multiage production. Those auditioning should prepare to sing a short song of their choice a cappella and will be taught a short dance combination during the audition. Performances of Peter Pan will take place April 24 and 25, 2027, at the Whippoorwill Theater at the North Castle Public Library in Armonk, NY. Audition slots are limited. Pre-registration is required at www.OpenArtsAlliance.com.

WHAT DOES A FLOWER NEED TO FLOURISH? SUNLIGHT, WATER, STRONG ROOTS, GOOD SOIL. WHAT DOES AN ARTIST NEED? AT
HECHYEOMOYEO 헤쳐모여, OUR MISSION IS TO CREATE AND SUPPORT COMMUNITYDRIVEN ART SPACES AROUND THE WORLD --
PLACES WHERE ART CAN INSPIRE, CONNECT, AND BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER. IN OTHER WORDS, WE ARE CULTIVATING “GARDENS” FOR
ARTISTS EVERYWHERE. BY VISITING THIS GALLERY, YOU ARE HELPING TEND THIS GARDEN AND GIVING THESE ARTISTS THE SPACE AND ATTENTION THEY NEED TO FLOURISH. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CARE.

EXHIBITION HAS NO SINGLE THEME — AND THAT IS BY DESIGN.
EACH PARTICIPATING LOCAL ARTIST WAS INVITED TO SHARE A COLLECTION OF WORK THAT IS PERSONALLY MEANINGFUL TO THEM. THE RESULT IS AN ECLECTIC GATHERING OF PERSPECTIVES, MATERIALS, AND IDEAS. LIKE A GARDEN, THE EXHIBITION BRINGS TOGETHER WORKS THAT MAY DIFFER IN COLOR, CHARACTER, AND FORM, YET COEXIST IN UNEXPECTED AND INTERESTING WAYS. WE INVITE YOU TO WANDER, LOOK CLOSELY, AND DISCOVER YOUR OWN CONNECTIONS AMONG THE WORKS.

IN  P A R T N E R S H I P  W I T H  T H E  C U LT U R A L  A L L I A N C E  O F  F A I R F I E L D  C O U N T Y

University of Bridgeport is bestowing its Community Leadership Award this year to Bridgeport's beloved Suzanne Kachmar.

POSITION OPEN:  Part Time Graphic Designer   
DATE AVAILABLE:  Immediately
SALARY RANGE: $32.88 - $42.04
CLASSIFICATION RANGE: 4

The Ferguson Library in Stamford, CT. is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Part Time Graphic Designer to manage visual communication across print and digital media. This role is responsible for maintaining brand standards while producing engaging marketing collateral for library programs, fundraising events, affiliate groups, and community outreach. The ideal candidate brings strong layout skills, experience marketing to diverse audiences, and a collaborative approach to workflow and production.

The Ferguson Library strives to be an anti-racist and equitable organization. Our staff are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people’s lives through education, resources and services. Diversity not only includes race and gender expression but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religious beliefs and many other parts of one’s identity. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of culture and workplace we aspire to create.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design & Production

• Publications & Layouts: Design and produce monthly publications—including the Spotlight newsletter and Youth Services Focus—as well as the library’s multi-page Annual Report (up to 28 pages).
• Promotional Collateral: Create print and digital assets (posters, flyers, banners, TV monitor graphics, web graphics, letterhead, and business cards) for library services, public programs, and events.
• Affiliate & Fundraising Support: Develop dedicated collateral for the Friends of Ferguson, the Ferguson Foundation, and the Friends Book Shop, as well as fundraising materials for major events such as A Novel Affair.
• Environmental & Signage Assets: Create indoor/outdoor signage, interior department displays, and special environmental graphics as assigned.

Workflow & Brand Management

• Brand Stewardship: Maintain consistent brand identity across all library initiatives, departments, and communication channels.
• Project Coordination & Delegation: Manage project requests from intake through final approval, delegating digital and web-specific tasks to the part-time web designer when appropriate to balance team workflow.
• Review & Proofing: Submit proofing drafts to the marketing team for review, incorporate feedback, and secure final approvals prior to production.
• Print Production & Distribution: Interface directly with print vendors and oversee in-house printing, prepress standards, and material distribution.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience working in a professional design setting, art department, or equivalent work experience.
• Community Focus: Demonstrated track record of designing effective marketing materials for broad, culturally diverse community audiences.
• Time & Project Management: Exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to meet tight monthly deadlines, prioritize multiple assignments, and work independently.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across library departments, branches, and leadership.
• Social media experience a plus

 TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Essential Software: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (specifically InDesign and Photoshop).
• Preferred Tools: Experience using project management software (e.g., Asana) and managing prepress/print vendor relations.

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter by email to apply@fergusonlibrary.org with the job title in the subject line.

I have 16 sculptures in a 3 person exhibition, entitled Material Matters at the Fairfield Library in downtown Fairfield. The exhibition is on view from 9/12 through 10/31 during library hours.

Lucy Krupenye

Stamford, CT –The Loft Artist Association is pleased to announce a call for entries for our Fall Juried Exhibition, Close to Home, juried by, Anna Patalano. This is a juried exhibition with cash prizes. All entries will be submitted and reviewed via Entry Thingy. The Show dates are Saturday, November 7– Sunday, December 20, 2026. Deadlines include October 19 for entries, October 26 for artist notifications, and November 1 and 2 for artwork delivery.  An Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony will be held on Saturday, November 7, from 4-6 PM. All artists are invited to submit. For entry information and prospectus please visit our website.

Close to Home

"Home" can be a place, a person, a memory, a community, or simply a feeling. Artists are invited to consider what feels familiar, intimate, personal, or deeply known—and what happens when we look at it again. Variations in size and shape are encouraged, as well as applications in two- and three-dimensional formats. The goal of this exhibition is to be a celebration of the concept of “home” and what it can mean within the context of an artist’s experience.

Anna Patalano

Anna Patallano painter, curator, educator, and arts leader whose career has centered on helping artists develop meaningful, authentic creative practices while maintaining an active studio practice of her own. She currently serves as Managing Director of the Greenwich Art Society, where she oversees programming, exhibition initiatives, and artist development, while also teaching painting and mentoring artists at every stage of their careers. Her perspective as a juror is shaped by decades of looking closely at artwork—as a practicing artist, curator, educator, and advocate for the visual arts.

The Museum of Darien is hiring for the position of Part-Time Assistant Director, with the hours of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10:30am – 4:30pm (onsite).

The Museum of Darien (MoD) is a community resource featuring an early-American homestead, gallery barn, archives and research library, meeting rooms and colonial garden. MoD celebrates Darien’s unique story and its place in the history of New England by welcoming all ages to experience and discover the crafted objects, narratives and works of art that have shaped the local community — from its earliest beginnings to today.

The Assistant Director provides general support and assistance to the Executive Director to maintain continuity of the Museum operations and to ensure that it functions efficiently and effectively. The Assistant Director is charged with deputizing for the Executive Director, in his/ her absence and, vitally, in maintaining an element of continuity between the Executive Director’s more strategic focus and the everyday operational needs of the Museum of Darien. In addition to general support, the Assistant Director has specific responsibilities in several critical areas concerning management, marketing, operations, maintenance, communications, volunteer oversight, and serving as acting Director in absence of Executive Director.

Visit museumofdarien.org for full job description, requirements and how to apply.

The Museum of Darien is located at 45 Old King’s Highway North, Darien, CT

PROPOSE AN EXHIBIT @ CROWN GALLERY
Annual Call for Curators
Crown Gallery at Metro Art Studios in Bridgeport is seeking proposals from curators for an art exhibit to be held from November 7, 2026 to January 2, 2027. The gallery is particularly suited to large installations and conceptual art, as well as more traditional art forms. The deadline for proposal submissions is September 2, 2026. A $350 stipend will be paid to the selected curator.

​Open to curators working or residing in Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey. All visual art mediums will be considered.

​​Interested parties should complete an application on callforentry.org describing their proposal, the overall theme or concept, and the approximate number of artists and artworks that will be involved. Proposals should include and be mindful of the following requirements:

• A curatorial statement explaining the focus and concept of the exhibit
• Proposals must contain a minimum of 3 artists
• A minimum of 10 and maximum of 20 Images of the work you plan to include in the final exhibit; examples of similar work is acceptable. All work in the exhibit must be for sale
• Artwork by the proposing curator cannot account for more than 33% of the exhibited artworks
• Exhibitions must be installed in under 4 days and be completed by November 4, 2026
• Any audio/visual equipment required for the exhibit will need to be provided by the artists
• The curator is responsible for creating and printing wall labels for the exhibit (Crown will provide a template, if needed), price list, and other in-gallery material. Crown Gallery will provide exhibit titles
• We encourage a visit to Crown Gallery before applying, or a review of the gallery floor plan and photos
• Special consideration will be given to proposals that reflect a commitment to our values of access, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Metro Art Studios and Crown Gallery are not responsible for the cost of shipping, or any installation costs. There are pedestals available
• All artwork is fully insured while in the possession of Metro Art Studios/Crown Gallery and the facility has 24 hour security
• The opening reception for the exhibit (November 7, 2026) coincides with a weekend-long, city-wide open studio event that brings almost 2,000 visitors to Metro Art Studios

About Metro Art Studios:

Metro Art Studios is a non-profit arts organization located in the South End of Bridgeport, CT. The three-story renovated corset factory houses 38 loft studios for professional musicians and visual artists, as well as Crown Gallery, a large for-profit gallery space on the ground floor. Crown Gallery hosts 6-7 exhibitions a year, a mix of juried and invitational curated shows. Metro supports local, regional, and national artists with professional development workshops and panels, and provides inclusive cultural experiences and diverse opportunities to the Greater Bridgeport area and beyond.

​Crown Gallery is approximately 1250 square feet (25' wide by 50' long) with 11' tall ceilings in a restored mill building.

Calendar:

Submissions Due: September 5, 2025

Notification: September 10, 2025

Installation Dates: November 1-5, 2025

Dates of Show: November 8, 2025 to January 10, 2026

Opening Reception: Saturday, November 8, 1 - 4 PM

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FAIRFIELD ARTS COMMISSION INVITES LOCAL ARTISTS TO SUBMIT INTEREST TO CREATE A PUBLIC MURAL
FAIRFIELD, CT – The Fairfield Arts Commission invites local artists to submit expressions of interest by Thursday September 10, 2026, for a planned public mural to be located at Harry’s Corner Plaza at 2090-2130 Post Road in Fairfield.
The Fairfield Arts Commission is looking to work with a local artist to create an original work of art that will provide a distinctive and welcoming experience for residents and visitors alike to Fairfield. The Commission hopes to complete the project before year’s end if at all possible.
This opportunity is open to all professional artists, 18 years of age or older, residing in the Town of Fairfield or surrounding area. Priority will be given to artists with prior mural experience. Artists do not need to be residents of Fairfield but must reside in the area and demonstrate a meaningful connection to the Town through work, school, family, recreation or other ties.
Up to three (3) selected finalists will be invited to develop full-color concept proposals, for which they will receive a stipend of $250. The total project budget is $10,000, which is inclusive of all artist costs. Artists should refer to information posted in the solicitation found here.
Artwork will be chosen by members of the Fairfield Arts Commission, in consultation with the project sponsor(s), based on artistic excellence, demonstrated experience, overall body of work, creativity and relevance to the theme, and suitability for public display.
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“This is a really unique opportunity to help beautify our community and support local artists,” said Fairfield Arts Commission Chair Charlie MacDonald. “We are truly grateful to Harry’s Corner for offering wall space for this mural as well as their generous support for the arts and so many other local causes.” he added.
The Commission is seeking additional sponsors for this project. To learn more about how you can help support the creation of this mural, please contact the Fairfield Arts Commission at arts@fairfieldct.org.
About the Fairfield Arts Commission
The Fairfield Arts Commission is an official body of the Town of Fairfield, comprised of nine volunteers appointed by the First Selectperson. The purpose of the Fairfield Arts Commission is to stimulate, foster, facilitate and encourage the development and appreciation of artistic and cultural activities within the Town of Fairfield. Following their appointment, the members applied for and received in 2025 statewide recognition of Fairfield’s first cultural district. The Fairfield Arts Commission gratefully acknowledges the support of the Connecticut Office of the Arts in its work
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