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HISTORY & HERITAGE
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH ART TOUR
WED OCT 11, 2PM
Housatonic Museum of Art, Bridgeport
Celebrate the achievements of Latino and Hispanic artists in the current exhibition, "Hidden Gems from the Housatonic Museum of Art." In this tour, you'll learn about the art of Paul Camacho, Marisol Escobar, Felix Gonzalez-Torres, and Gladys Triana. Feel inspired by their incredible artworks and enjoy afternoon sweets from a local Latino bakery.
“FASHION KILLA:” HOW HIP HOP REVOLUTIONIZED HIGH FASHION
WED OCT 11, 7PM
New Canaan Library
Music journalist and pop culture expert Sowmya Krishnamurthy discusses the sociopolitical forces that defined fashion and tracks the influence of music and streetwear on the most exclusive (and exclusionary) luxury brands, names in fashion, and couture houses. Commemorate the contributions of hip-hop to music, fashion, and our culture on the 50th anniversary year of hip-hop.
ARTIST’S TALK: “ELEPHANTS, DONKEYS & TWITTER BIRDS: HOW CARTOON SYMBOLS HAVE SHAPED POLITICS”
THURS OCT 12, 5PM
Fairfield University Art Museum
Bellarmine Hall, Diffley Board Room
A special lecture by award-winning illustrator Sean Kelly, known for his award-winning illustration, visual journalism and political commentary as seen on the arts, business, features and op-ed pages of major American newspapers. Explore how simple images, icons and humor have influenced American culture throughout its history.
Just in time for Friday the 13th, travel back in time with New York-based stage and film actor Bryan Patrick Stoyle when he brings to life the haunting tale of a Connecticut schoolmaster’s destiny in Washington Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Enjoy treats and a few tricks! Not recommended for children 8 and under.
‘SOUNDS FROM LATINO AMERICA’ INTEMPO'S HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CONCERT SERIES
SUN OCT 15, 4PM
First Congregational Church of Greenwich
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with INTEMPO's advanced students and professional teaching artists as they present a unique, cultural and fun concert series. The last one of the series!
PREVIEW PARTY GALA AND FUNDRAISER FOR THE 23RD JURIED ART SHOW
THURS OCT 12, 6PM
Pequot Library, Southport
Gain early access and a preview of the 23rd Juried Art Show, with works by local and regional artists on sale in support of the library. The party includes a silent auction, full bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres, a “bubbly wall,” and an interactive art experience. Come celebrate and mix & mingle with contemporaries in the art world.
Family time at its best! Enjoy an exciting afternoon on the farm amidst the beautiful fall foliage. This fantastic family event includes: Historical demonstrations, livestock encounters, harvest crafts, & a Science and Nature Special Guest at 2:30pm - Master falconer Brian Bradley!
It’s fun for all ages and everything pumpkin as you play fall- themed lawn games like pumpkin bowling or pumpkin tic-tac-toe. Join costumed colonial docents, purchase and decorate pumpkins, or hammer away in the blacksmith’s forge, all while munching on complimentary cider and donuts. NEW: explore and complete a scavenger hunt!
LOCKWOOD-MATHEWS MANSION MUSEUM'S "GET IN THE GROOVE!" 1960S GALA
SAT OCT 14, 7PM
Shorehaven Golf Club, Norwalk
This 1960s-inspired event will celebrate a tumultuous yet celebratory era for the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion, which opened to the public for the first time in 1966 to later become a National Historic Landmark and award-winning institution. FeaturING special presentations, a DJ, 1960s music and dancing, a live auction, and dinner.
Featuring comedian Roy Wood Jr., a correspondent on Comedy Central's The Daily Show and host of the 2023 White House Correspondents' Dinner. Come for a great time while supporting a Westport-based organization dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in Fairfield County.
Three Sundays of fun! Celebrate New England's most colorful season by bundling all the fun and games of a festival into a single admission price. Extra attractions, enhanced programming, and fun seasonal offerings for the whole family at an all-inclusive rate. Programs and activities for families and kids of all ages, including traditional favorites and exciting new additions! Sundays through Oct 29.
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The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County is a nonprofit arts & culture network that supports the creative sector and its value to community life - supporting members with marketing, capacity building, professional development, networking, and advocacy services. With a membership of nearly 600 artists and arts and cultural organizations from a 15-town region, we connect, inform, promote and advocate for the arts - together. Contact us at: 203-256-2329 or info@culturalalliancefc.org
