browngrotta arts

Continental Drift: Encounters, North and South 
An exhibition presented by browngrotta arts 
October 17–25, 2026 | Wilton, Connecticut
This October, browngrotta arts presents Continental Drift: Encounters, North and South, an exhibition exploring how artistic tradition migrates, transforms, and takes root across the Americas — and beyond. The show brings together more than 40 leading fiber and sculptural artists, tracing lines of influence that cross borders, generations, and continents.
About the Exhibition
The exhibition takes its name from the geological process by which continents slowly separate, collide, and reshape one another over time — a metaphor the gallery uses to examine how artistic traditions move across the Americas in much the same way. Art, like land, does not stay fixed in place; it drifts, merges, and reforms wherever it travels.
Continental Drift approaches this idea from two directions. The first brings together significant artists from the United States, Canada, Chile, Venezuela, Argentina, and Colombia — many shaped not only by their countries of origin, but by lived connections to other regions as well. The second gathers work by artists from outside North and South America whose practices reflect a direct encounter with American art, artists, or experience, evidence that these traditions travel outward just as readily as they move within the hemisphere.
"Art doesn't stay put any more than land does," said Tom Grotta, co-curator of browngrotta arts. "The artists in this exhibition carry more than one place with them — a training, a teacher, a landscape, a material tradition — and you can see it in the work itself."
A Five-Decade Checklist
The exhibition's checklist spans five decades of studio practice, pairing pioneering figures in American fiber art with artists working today, including Adela Akers, Sheila Hicks, Ferne Jacobs, Lia Cook, Kay Sekimachi, Lenore Tawney, Gyöngy Laky, Trude Guermonprez, Ed Rossbach, Carolina Yrarrázaval, Ximena Ibañez, Eduardo Portillo and María Dávila, James Bassler, Mariette Rousseau-Vermette, and dozens of others working across textile, basketry, and mixed-media sculpture.
Highlights
Highlights include Ximena Ibañez of Argentina, who merges fiber and ceramic; Carolina Yrarrázaval, whose woven pieces draw directly on Chilean textile tradition; and Eduardo Portillo and María Dávila, whose Venezuela-based studio incorporates natural dye and silk production into a contemporary fine art practice.
The exhibition also features Canadian artists Micheline Beauchemin and Dawn MacNutt, and American artist Adela Akers, who worked closely with weavers in Peru and Mexico. Sheila Hicks and Ferne Jacobs — credited with establishing fiber as a sculptural medium in the mid-20th century — appear alongside Lia Cook and Kay Sekimachi, celebrated for their weaving innovations.
International artists who credit North or South America as key influences round out the second thread: Jiro Yonezawa, whose bamboo work bridges Japanese technique with American form; Mariette Rousseau-Vermette, who worked with American weaver Dorothy Liebes; basketmakers Tim Johnson (UK) and Stéphanie Jacques (Belgium), who both cite Ed Rossbach as an influence; and Danish weaver Trine Ellitsgaard, reflecting three-plus decades living in Mexico.
Exhibition Details
<ul>
 <li>Dates: October 17–25, 2026</li>
 <li>Opening Reception:
 Saturday, October 17, 11 am–6 pm</li>
 <li>Gallery Hours: Sunday, Oct 18, 11 am–6 pm; Mon–Sat, Oct 19–24, 10 am–5 pm; Sunday, Oct 25, 11 am–6 pm</li>
 <li>Location: browngrotta arts, 276 Ridgefield Road, Wilton, CT 06897</li>
 <li>Admission: Free and open to the public</li>
 <li>Private Viewings: By appointment for collectors, consultants, and design professionals, Oct 16–25. Reservations recommended.</li>
 <li>Note: No narrow heels — the gallery has barn floors.</li>
</ul>
About browngrotta arts
browngrotta arts is a Wilton, Connecticut-based gallery specializing in contemporary fiber and mixed-media sculpture, representing an international roster of artists. Founded by Tom Grotta and Rhonda Brown, the gallery has organized exhibitions and produced scholarly catalogs on fiber art for more than 38 years.Media Contact: Rhonda Brown, <a href="mailto:art@browngrotta.com">art@browngrotta.com</a> or 203.834.0623.

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Continental Drift: Encounters, North and South

Continental Drift: Encounters, North and South 
An exhibition presented by browngrotta arts 
October 17–25, 2026 | Wilton,...

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Please join the <a href="https://uuwestport.org/mission-statement/about-our-ministers-2/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rev. Terri Dennehy</a> and our UU Westport community this Sunday at 10 AM, where our service will be "Con-spiring for Justice."&nbsp;&nbsp;Due to the storm, our service will be online only. Click <a href="https://uuwestport.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a> for the link on ZOOM. &nbsp; +++ All are always welcome to our Unitarian Universalist services at UU Westport, offered each Sunday at 10 AM, both in person and live-streamed online. Services usually include a time of reflection/prayer/meditation; wonderful music; readings; and a homily or sermon to lend insight into our world and how we interact with it and with each other. 
The <a href="https://uuwestport.org/mission-statement/about-our-ministers-2/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Rev. Terri Dennehy</a>&nbsp;presides over our time together that includes participation from multiple congregants, guests, and friends. Music Director <a href="https://uuwestport.org/music-program/our-minister-of-music/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Micah Krajca</a> leads our choirs. Separate children's programming and nursery care is available during the service, 10-11:15AM - children start in the sanctuary with their parents/caregivers; &nbsp;nursery care (ages 0- preK) is always available. Dress code is as you feel comfortable. 
As always, our e-newsletter <a href="https://uuwestport.org/mission-statement/soundings-2/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">SOUNDINGS</a> has all the information one needs to find out what's going on in our congregation. Contact the office at 203.227.7205 x 10 if you have specific questions.
<a href="https://uuwestport.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">UU Westport</a> is a diverse and welcoming religious community, free of creed and dogma, and open to people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We welcome all who are in search of a non-judgmental, loving, safe community to come together to explore what it means to be human and alive in today's world, and how we can best serve one another and those around us, near and far.
Our services take place in UU Westport's iconic sanctuary building, a glorious architectural masterpiece of mid-century modernist <a href="https://www.world-architects.com/en/architecture-news/headlines/victor-lundy-turns-100" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Victor Lundy</a>(1923-2024). The building has just undergone a major renovation and is spectacular with its soaring rooflines, sparkling glass walls, set in the woods with the beauty of nature all around it.

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Please join the Rev. Terri Dennehy and our UU Westport community this Sunday at 10 AM, where our service will be "Con-spiring...

ONLINE ONLY TODAY "Con-spiring for Justice" - UU Westport and Rev. Terri Dennehy

Please join us in welcoming Grammy-nominated baritone Sidney Outlaw for a special evening of music at <a href="https://uuwestport.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">UU Westport</a>. Accompanied by pianist Piotr Kozłowski, Sidney will present the Connecticut premiere of 26 Ways of Looking at a Black Man, with music by B.E. Boykin and poetry by Raymond Patterson. Admission is FREE and there is free parking and handicap accessibility. Doors open at 6:40pm, the event starts at 7pm, with a light reception to follow the music event. Sidney is an extraordinary artist whose career has taken him to some of the country’s most celebrated stages—but just as remarkable is the warmth, generosity, and humanity he brings into every room. This is an opportunity not simply to hear a world-class performer, but to gather around a deeply meaningful work that centers Black artistry, identity, and lived experience. Come experience an evening of exceptional artistry, powerful storytelling, and community. Bring a friend—we would love to fill the room for Sidney and this important work! 
About The Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport&nbsp;
UU&nbsp;Westport&nbsp; is a diverse and welcoming religious community, free of creed and dogma, and open to people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We welcome all&nbsp;who are in search of a non-judgmental, loving, safe community to come together to explore what it means to be human and alive in today's world, and how we can best serve one another and those around us, near and far.&nbsp;
About the Artists
Baritone Sidney Outlaw has been described by The Washington Post as a "generous &amp; expressive singer", The New York Times as a "terrific singer" with a "deep rich timber," and an internationally acclaimed vocalist for his "weighty and forthright" singing (San Francisco Chronicle). Since winning the Concurso International de Canto Montserrat Caballe in 2010, he has performed widely in the US and abroad. In the 2024/2025 season, Sidney performed recitals with pianist Warren Jones at the Brooklyn Art Song Society and The Manhattan School of Music. He debuted with the California Symphony, singing Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, and with the Bozeman Symphony, singing Mozart's Requiem. He also returned to the Jacksonville Symphony for Handel's Messiah. On the operatic stage, he reprises the role of Mozart in Le Nozze di Figaro and Don Giovanni with Pensacola Opera and Opera Philadelphia. Last year, Sidney released his album, Black Pierrot, featuring music by William Grant Still and Dr. B.E. Boykin, including the world premiere of 26 Ways of Looking at a Black Man, with text by poet Raymond Patterson (Commissioned by Merola Opera), which was recently nominated for a Grammy award. Sidney’s recent highlights include performances with Boston Baroque, Chattanooga Symphony, Toledo Opera, National Symphony and appearances at NYC’s Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall. He currently holds voice faculty positions at the Manhattan School of Music, The Conservatory at Brooklyn College (CUNY) and Teachers College, Columbia University, where he is pursuing his PhD in Music Education.&nbsp;
Piotr Kozlowski is a versatile Polish pianist and educator with a strong focus on chamber and contemporary music. He is deeply committed to creative programming and to presenting classical and contemporary repertoire. A laureate of chamber music and solo piano competitions, Piotr has performed widely across Europe and North America. He studied at the Fryderyk Chopin University of Music in Warsaw and completed his doctoral degree in piano performance at the Frost School of Music, University of Miami, where he also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant under the mentorship of Kevin Kenner. As an Erasmus scholarship recipient, he studied chamber music with Avedis Kouyoumdjian at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. He held fellowships at the Bowdoin International Music Festival and the Lunenburg Academy of Music Performance. Now based in New York City, Piotr maintains an active international freelance career. He has premiered works by Jonathan Howard Katz, Donald Scott Stinson, and other living composers. He serves as Staff Pianist at Manhattan School of Music, Piano Mentor at tonebase and has an affinity for Baroque, Classical and 20th-century repertoire.
For more information about this free event on October 2nd, and other events at UU Westport, visit uuwestport.org or contact UU Westport at 203-227-7250. Follow UU Westport on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/uuwestport/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uuwestportct/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.&nbsp;

Local Event: 26 Ways of Looking a Black Man: Free concert with Sidney Outlaw at UU Westport

26 Ways of Looking a Black Man: Free concert...

Please join us in welcoming Grammy-nominated baritone Sidney Outlaw for a special evening of music at UU Westport. Accompanied...

26 Ways of Looking a Black Man: Free concert with Sidney Outlaw at UU Westport

Get ready for an afternoon of fall fun for the whole family at our Pumpkin Parking Lot Party, proudly sponsored by <a href="https://www.bmwdarien.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BMW of Darien</a>! Join us for a festive day filled with fall crafts, photo ops, kids’ activities, free samples and more—plus plenty of pumpkins to get you in the autumn spirit.
🍂 What to Expect
🎨 Pumpkin Paint Party
Get creative and decorate your very own pumpkin! 
Pumpkins and paint supplies are available for the first 500 guests.
🐐 Petting Farm
Meet some adorable farm friends and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience for the whole family.
🍷 Beer + Wine Garden
Enjoy a great selection of beer +&nbsp;wine, brought to you by<a href="https://www.captainzig.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Captain Zig</a>, <a href="https://www.thetowncellar.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Town Cellar </a>and <a href="https://hammerandnailsgrooming.com/location/darien-ct/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Hammer &amp; Nails</a>!
🍴 Free Samples
Stop by for complimentary samples from a few of your favorites including Chip City Cookies, NAYA, sweetgreen and Van Leeuwen!
🗓️ Event Schedule
12 PM — Paint Party
1 PM — Storytime with the <a href="https://www.darienlibrary.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Darien Library</a>
2 PM — Bubble Show
Plus, enjoy free giveaways while supplies last!

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Immerse yourself in William Shakespeare’s timeless tales on a scenic stroll through Bristow Bird Sanctuary. Professional actors and musicians bring to life beloved scenes and songs inspired by Shakespeare’s greatest works. Visitors may encounter the romance of Romeo &amp; Juliet, the whimsy of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, the magic of The Tempest, and the dark intrigue of Macbeth—complete with witches and sword fights—along with sonnets, madrigals, and more. Join us on a journey through nature and story.
Performance Details: This is an outdoor promenade-style experience where audience members are led down a walking path and encounter various Shakespearean vignettes. The total distance is less than a mile on a smooth gravel path with light gradation. The full experience is ADA accessible.
Groups of 15–20 will depart every 15 minutes from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM for a 45-50 minute traveling experience. Tickets Limited!
All ages welcome.
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<h2>Join us for our Open House on Sunday, October 4&nbsp;from&nbsp;1:00-3:00 p.m.</h2>
Discover the power of a King education firsthand. Learn about our engaging PreK-12 inquiry-based approach to education and immerse yourself in our vibrant campus community.&nbsp;We hope you'll join us!
The schedule and details for the day are below. Students of all ages are welcome.&nbsp;We can't wait to meet your family!&nbsp;
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💙 WALK THE EXTRA MILE WITH RACH’S HOPE! 💙 Join us on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM at Compo Beach in Westport, CT for the Rach’s Hope Walk the Extra Mile 2026! Funds raised support families with critically ill children in the ICU for extended stays. We’ll start with a one-mile walk around Compo Beach, followed by an afternoon filled with: 🍕 Gourmet pizza truck 🎶 Live music by Ellis Island Acoustic 🍷 Beer &amp; wine for guests 21+ 🍰 Dessert 👕 Rach’s Hope swag 💙 And SO MUCH love and hope! Bring your family and friends and help us make this a day to remember. This is a family-friendly event and will be held rain or shine! 🎟 Tickets: RachsHope.org Come walk the extra mile with us! 💙&nbsp;

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