Name: Heart of the Arts
Start: 2026-05-22T09:00:00-04:00
Location: Unitarian Universalist Society East

Unitarian Universalist Society East

UUSE will host an unforgettable evening of music and poetry featuring Christian Loftus, Manchester's own troubadour, and Nadia Sims, the town's celebrated Poet Laureate at 7PM Friday, May 22uuse.org. This unique collaboration brings together two of Manchester's most gifted artists for a night of soul-stirring songs and evocative spoken word. Loftus's heartfelt melodies and rich storytelling will intertwine with Sims's powerful poetry, offering a performance that is both moving and inspiring. The event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. Admission is free but donations to UUSE are welcome.

UUSE is located at 153 Vernon Street West, Manchester CT.
UUSE.org  860.646.5151

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