Name: Open Studios Weekend
Start: 2025-11-15T10:00:00-05:00
Location: Shoreline Arts Trail Open Studios

Shoreline Arts Trail Open Studios

Artists and artisans open their private studios during this once a year event. Visit shorelineartstrail.org for a listing of artists and locations. Maps are available online and at the town libraries, town halls, sponsor locations, coffee shops and all artists studios.

Local Event: Open Studios Weekend

New Haven County

Richard Kaufman

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Guilford

Connecticut

Open Studios Weekend

Artists and artisans open their private studios during this once a year event. Visit shorelineartstrail.org for a listing of...

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;please join us in honoring our veterans questions call Larry 2035356640&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Guilford town Green @WW1 monument across from Page Hardware

Local Event: Veterans Day ceremony 10am @ ww1 monument 

Veterans Day ceremony 10am @ ww1 monument 

         please join us in honoring our veterans questions call Larry 2035356640           Guilford town Green @WW1 monument...

Nathanael B. Greene Community Center

3:00-4:30pm for takeout, 5-6:30pm for sit down dinner.A Special Event to Celebrate: The 25th Annual Ron DeMartino Patriotic DinnerGuilford Interfaith Volunteers is proud to highlight this special upcoming event, celebrating our local Veterans and honoring a wonderful tradition in our community.The Ron DeMartino Patriotic Dinner is a meaningful evening with three special purposes:Honoring Our Veterans with a delicious complimentary meal as a small token of our gratitude for their service and sacrifice.Honoring Ron DeMartino, a proud Veteran and longtime supporter of Guilford Interfaith Volunteers, whose commitment to our community has helped make this tradition so special. Supporting Meals on Wheels, as this annual dinner also serves as a fundraiser to help GIV continue its mission of Neighbor Helping Neighbor.A Special Thank You to Our Supporters! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Song Foundation and Ascend Bank for their continued support of this special event. Their generosity helps make this annual tradition possible and allows us to continue honoring our Veterans while supporting Meals on Wheels and the neighbors who depend on us.We invite you to join us for this special evening of good food, gratitude, and community spirit as we celebrate 25 years of honoring those who have served our country.

Local Event: 25th Annual Ron DeMartino Patriotic Lasagna Dinner

25th Annual Ron DeMartino Patriotic Lasagna Dinner

3:00-4:30pm for takeout, 5-6:30pm for sit down dinner.A Special Event to Celebrate: The 25th Annual Ron DeMartino Patriotic...

EleMar New England

“Tuning In” – Oil Paintings by Soraya Hutchinson
Guilford painter Soraya Hutchinson presents a solo exhibition of large-scale figurative oil paintings, rooted in academic tradition and moving toward abstraction. The opening reception is Friday, Nov. 13,4:30–6:30 pm, with live music and refreshments, free and open to the public. On view through Jan. 10, 2027, at EleMar New England, 99–107 Shelton Ave., New Haven. Free parking. For a private viewing, contact <a href="mailto:jrautio@gmail.com" target="_blank">jrautio@gmail.com</a> or <a href="tel:(808)%20318-5872" target="_blank">808-318-5872</a>. More at <a href="https://www.sorayahutchinson.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.sorayahutchinson.com</a>.

Local Event: “Tuning In” Large Scale Figurative Oil Painting Exhibition, Opening Nov. 13 2026 New Haven  

“Tuning In” Large Scale Figurative Oil Painting...

“Tuning In” – Oil Paintings by Soraya Hutchinson
Guilford painter Soraya Hutchinson presents a solo exhibition of large-scale...

“Tuning In” Large Scale Figurative Oil Painting Exhibition, Opening Nov. 13 2026 New Haven  

Guilford Art Center

Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo Brings 175+ Artists and Makers Together for an Indoor Holiday Market
Get a head start on holiday shopping at Guilford Art Center’s annual Holiday Expo, opening November 13, 2026 and running through January 10, 2027. This popular indoor holiday market transforms the Art Center’s gallery into a festive shopping destination filled with unique, handmade gifts created by more than 175 local and regional artists and makers.
Shoppers are invited to celebrate the opening at a special reception on Friday, November 13, from 5-7 p.m., featuring festive refreshments and holiday cheer. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore the market, discover new artists and kick off the holiday season.

Visitors will find an inspiring selection of jewelry, ceramics, glass, textiles, wood, ornaments and artful accents created by local and regional artists and makers. A special showcase by the Lyme Artisans Guild adds to the variety of handmade work available.
GAC members enjoy special shopping discounts throughout Holiday Expo. Members receive 10% off purchases throughout the event, and a 15% discount during the two special shopping weekends, November 13-15 and December 4-6. Not a member yet? Memberships can be purchased or renewed at <a href="https://www.guilfordartcenter.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.guilfordartcenter.org</a>, and the shopping discount begins immediately.
Holiday Expo offers a chance to find distinctive gifts while supporting local and regional artists and Guilford Art Center’s nonprofit mission to inspire and promote participation in the visual arts.
Holiday Expo at Guilford Art Center 
November 13, 2026 - January 10, 2027 
Opening reception: Friday, November 13, 5-7 p.m. 
Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, Guilford, CT 
Open Monday through Saturday, 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm
For more information, visit <a href="https://www.guilfordartcenter.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.guilfordartcenter.org</a>.

Local Event: Opening Reception: Holiday Expo at Guilford Art Center

Opening Reception: Holiday Expo at Guilford Art...

Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo Brings 175+ Artists and Makers Together for an Indoor Holiday Market
Get a head start on...

Opening Reception: Holiday Expo at Guilford Art Center

Boston based organist, Jerrick Cavangaro, will be performing an organ recital at St. Peter Church on Friday November 13, at 7:00 PM. In addition to performing works by Vierne, Schumann, Portman, Langlais and Durufle, Jerrick will be offering live orqan improvisations. In 2024 Jerrick was First Prize Winner in the American Guild of Organist National Competition in Organ Improvisation. You will not want to miss hearing the talented young organist, for more information on Jerrick, visit <a href="https://www.jerrickcavagnaro.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.jerrickcavagnaro.com/</a>

Local Event: Come enjoy an Organ Recital on the 1995 Peragallo Pipe Organ at St. Peter R.C. Church in Danbury.

Fairfield County

Danbury

Come enjoy an Organ Recital on the 1995...

Boston based organist, Jerrick Cavangaro, will be performing an organ recital at St. Peter Church on Friday November 13, at...

Come enjoy an Organ Recital on the 1995 Peragallo Pipe Organ at St. Peter R.C. Church in Danbury.

Cabaret On Main Theater, 597 Main St, East Haven, CT, 06512

Santa’s ready to retire. His replacement just said no. Now who’s going to save Christmas?
Bring the kids, grab the grandparents and come find out at The Santa Switch, a live holiday jukebox musical at Cabaret on Main Theater in East Haven. Only two weekends remain, and tickets are close to selling out. If you’re bringing the whole family, book now for the best chance to sit together!
When Santa and Mrs. Claus decide it’s time to retire, the magic sleigh bells pick a New York City ad executive to take over. There’s just one problem. He wants nothing to do with the job! From snowy New York streets to the North Pole, Cabaret on Main’s 280-degree projections surround you with the world of the show. Along the way, you’ll hear favorites like “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” “A Holly Jolly Christmas” and “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus.”
Make an afternoon of it with a 2 p.m. matinee, or bring the family for a Friday or Saturday night show.
Remaining performances
<ul><li>November 13 and 20 at 7 p.m.</li><li>November 14 and 21 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.</li><li>November 15 and 22 at 2 p.m.</li></ul>
Cabaret on Main Theater 597 Main Street, rear entrance, East Haven, CT
Presented by Broadway on Main Theatre Company.
<a href="https://broadwayonmain.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200533274" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Get tickets now and bring the whole family!</a>

Local Event: The Santa Switch "A Holiday Juke Box Musical"

East Haven

The Santa Switch "A Holiday Juke Box Musical"

Santa’s ready to retire. His replacement just said no. Now who’s going to save Christmas?
Bring the kids, grab the grandparents...

Christ Episcopal Church

The community is invited to a screening of the award-winning 2024 documentary short film The Quilters by local documentary filmmaker Jenifer McShane. It&nbsp;tells the story of men in a Missouri maximum-security prison who create personalized quilts for foster children. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion and Q&amp;A featuring local leaders working in restorative justice. Free event; all are welcome.&nbsp;

Local Event: The Quilters Documentary Screening & Community Conversation

The Quilters Documentary Screening & Community...

The community is invited to a screening of the award-winning 2024 documentary short film The Quilters by local documentary...

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