| E-Buzz Special
November 7, 2019
The best guide to arts and culture
in Fairfield County
Bridgeport Art Trail
November 7-10, 2019
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| | Come experience the best art, music, performance, and culinary creations Bridgeport has to offer this weekend at the 11th Annual Bridgeport Art Trail (BAT), featuring more than 200 artists and 40 venues. This is just a selection from the feast of offerings. For a complete guide:
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| | Opening Party Thurs. Nov. 7, 6pm
Read's ArtSpace
Thursday night kicks off with events downtown, including the giant Artists' Party at the Ground Floor Gallery at Read's ArtSpace from 6-10 pm with live music featuring John Torres, Scott Packham, Fuzz Sangiovanni, Rick Reyes and more, local food and brews, and the annual Artists Choose Artists exhibit. A new exhibit of sculpture by Joseph Saccio also opens at the Housatonic Museum of Art from 5-7 pm. And stop by City Lights Vintage until 7 pm for an eclectic selection of antiques and collectibles. See a sampling of events below. More... |
| | Shanna Melton: Her Dragons Fly
Fri. Nov. 8, 5:30pm Barnum Museum
An opening reception for a solo show by painter and poet Shanna Melton. The exhibition is a visual narrative about learning that wisdom comes when we claim our peace. Her Dragons Fly celebrates our ancestors, it welcomes us to stand in the midst of their energy, and helps us navigate the soulful meaning of our lives. More... |
| | Musical & Video Showcase
Fri. Nov. 8, 8pm
Bijou Theatre
WPKN 85.9FM co-hosts a showcase featuring the latest music videos of local musicians Fuzz San Giovanni and Chris Cavaliere, as well as of Vaughn Williams’ The Lark Ascending, as played by the Greater Bridgeport Symphony in the shuttered Palace Theatre. From 9pm, Lyrical Voices, a legendary night of poetry hosted by poet Shanna Melton. More... |
| | Open Studios
Sat. & Sun. 10am - 5pm NEST Arts Factory
See the studios, take advantage of studio sales, get firsthand insight from the artists, and experience exhibits, demonstrations, food, wine, and art in its purest setting. Featured events include: - 10 x 10 Exhibit
- NEST Associate Member Exhibit
- Moveable Concert with Rick Reyes
- Live Painting Demonstrations with Alicia Cobb
- Sunday Art Brunch
- The Art of Honey – A Sensory Tasting Experience
- Art Trail Postcard Project
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| | Open Studios: Come Collect and Connect
Sat. and Sun. 10am - 5pm
American Fabrics Arts Building
The family friendly event showcases more than 24 artists and allows the public to CONNECT with the artists/artisans and COLLECT their work. Meet painters, sculptors, quilt makers, ceramic artists, printmakers, installation artists, photographers, Interior Designers, and more. Featured events include: - a live fluid acrylic painting demonstration
- print your own Olde American Proverb poster
- video screenings of local, national and international artists studio and sample sales
- WPKN-curated music plus a 50 Year Archive Record Sale
- live music throughout the building
- an Art Raffle (proceeds to The Bridgeport Rescue Mission (BRM). Donations of food and coats also accepted for BRM
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| | Bridgeport Portrait Project
Sat. Nov. 9, 11am - 6pm Boathouse, The Knowlton
Jay Misencik and Geralene Valentine present their ongoing photo/audio/video cultural heritage project that introduces you to the people who make the City of Bridgeport much more than just a place. Share your memories of Bridgeport to be included in their project. More... |
| | Voices: A Show of Unity with Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
Sat. Nov. 9, 8pm
An evening of music, storytelling, and laughter to benefit ADL Connecticut, with special host Paul Shaffer. More... |
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| PechaKucha: Creativity & Leadership in the arts
Sun. Nov. 10, 6pm
Bijou Theatre
A PechaKucha is a tasty storytelling feast! Hear authentic, possibly unexpected personal stories. Speakers include: Luciana McClure, Cris Dam, Iyaba Ibo Mandingo, Shanna Melton, Janet Luongo and Miggs Burroughs. This Sunday evening gathering, which also serves as a unique closing party of the BAT weekend, celebrates creativity and leadership in the arts. More... |
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