Enjoy FREE 2-Hour Parking & Gourmet Hot Cocoa from November 29 to December 24!

Shop at The Shops at Yale and treat yourself! Here’s how it works:

🛍️ Spend $50 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper or digital receipt to enjoy:

• Your FIRST 2 HOURS of parking FREE! 🚗 (Available at surface lots located at 56 Broadway and 255 Crown Street)
• One FREE gourmet hot cocoa from either Claire’s Corner Copia (1000 Chapel Street) or Common Grounds (276 York Street) 🍫

Warm up and fuel your holiday spirit while you shop!

👉 Find the official rules & regulations and participating merchants at The Shops at Yale Holiday.

Happy Holidays and happy shopping! 🎁❤️

Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? Seeking to center your clay and yourself? Do you need a hand . . . with hand building? My class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay and further your individual projects with differentiated instruction. Sign up to get started or to hone your ceramic skills. All levels welcome.

Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes.

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only. Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

14 Week Session: Fridays, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 9/6–12/13, No class 11/29

14 sessions: $756.00; Capacity: 12

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

Enjoy 1 FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea or 1 FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery when you show a same-day receipt of $25 or more from participating retailers from November 29 through December 24, 2024! 🎂✨

🌟 Plus, let the festive spirit fill the air with delightful holiday songs performed by strolling carolers every Saturday from 12:00-3:00 PM on November 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st.

Don’t miss out on the holiday magic! 🎶❤️

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

Annie Sailer teaches modern dance classes in the New Haven area. The classes emphasize pelvis / spine initiated, free-flow, whole body movement and include a floor and standing warm-up followed by big, spatial movement sequences across the floor. All students receive individual attention to alignment and movement issues. The class atmosphere is friendly, non-competitive, and professional. Adults of all ages are welcome. $18 per class, $150 for 10 class card.

When old friends Sue Rollins and Maria Markham’s paths crossed again earlier this year, they found a great commonality in the work they were producing. The result of that reconnection is ALTERED LANDSCAPES, a collaboration by the two artists that presents a statement about climate change and how we might all work together to save our planet. The exhibit is on view at City Gallery from December 6 - December 28, with an Opening Reception on Saturday, December 7, 4-6 p.m. and an Artists Talk on Sunday, December 15, 2-3 p.m. Free and open to the public. City

Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are

Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City

Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

The Japan Society of Greater Fairfield County and the Yale Council on East Asian Studies invite you to a discussion on how art and architecture can bring human beings closer to nature.

Join artist Miya Ando and architect Yoko Kawai as they share their insights on how their work bridges the gap between the human and natural worlds. Ando's artworks are a physical articulation of her understanding of nature and time, as seen in her recent work Flower Atlas, 72 chiffon banners suspended in the Winter Garden in New York. Kawai’s recent research focuses on the first-person perspective toward and sensual experience of the environment, both nature and manmade, apparent in the Space-Traveler’s notation system that she developed and applied in her design practice.

Their conversation, moderated by Dr. Mimi Yiengpruksawan, will reveal different approaches to enhancing human-nature relationships by those who share their interest in spatial expression as well as their personal roots in Japan.

Speakers

Miya Ando, an accomplished contemporary artist and descendant of a Japanese swordsmith family. With her expertise in metalwork, Ando creates mesmerizing artworks that reflect the ephemeral beauty of the changing seasons. Her creations not only pay homage to her Japanese heritage but also bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern artistic expression.

Dr. Yoko Kawai, an architect known for her designs infused with Japanese philosophical principles. As Lecturer at Yale's School of Architecture, her expertise lies in exploring how Japanese architecture, both old and new, have ingeniously incorporated nature and human-beings as a part of it. Yoko is principal of Penguin Environmental Design, CT, and is a co-founder of Mirai Work Space.

Moderator

Dr. Mimi Yiengpruksawan, an esteemed art historian and professor at Yale University, specializing in Japanese art and visual culture. Her research sheds light on how Japanese artists throughout the ages have masterfully captured the passage of time and the subtleties of seasons in their artwork. Her contributions to the discussion will offer invaluable insights into the aesthetic sensibilities that resonate globally.

The Event is FREE, but registration is required HERE

Arnie Tanimoto, viola da gamba, and Parker Ramsay, harp and harpsichord, will explore the musical world of Bach’s youth, showcasing the wonderful variety of styles that influenced the composer in his formative years. The concert features works by Marcello and Telemann, alongside those of figures such as Marin Marais and Dietrich Buxtehude. Learn more on the Elm City Consort website.

Explore the art of self-expression and storytelling in this life-centered writing workshop. designed to help you uncover and develop your unique voice, this session draws inspiration from personal experiences and observations of the wold around you. Whether you’re new to writing or lookin to reconnect with your craft, this engaging workshop will set you on a path to creating authentic, heartfelt pieces that reflect your individual perspective.

What to Expect

• Activities to spark creativity and help you begin the process of writing poetry or prose.

• Guided discussions on translating personal stories and emotions into impactful writing.

• Insights into using language effectively to create vivid imagery and emotional resonance.

• A supportive space to explore your voice and connect with others through shared experiences.

Skills You’ll Acquire

• Strategies for finding and developing your unique writing voice.

• Tools to start crafting poetry or prose inspired by personal experiences.

• An understanding of how writing can be a powerful tool for connection and storytelling.

What’s Provided

• Expert instruction and inspiration from Kevin Moore, a New Haven-based writer and poet preparing to publish three books.

• A curated selection of writing prompts to help you explore themes of joy, challenge, and transformation.

• A welcoming and inclusive environment to spark your creativity.

• Resources and suggestions for continuing your writing journey beyond the session.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is ideal for anyone curious about exploring self-expression through writing, whether you’re just beginning or looking to reconnect with the craft.

Prerequisites/Safety Information

• No prior writing experience is required. Just bring a notebook, a pen, and a willingness to explore!

Instructor: Kevin Moore

Workshop Ticket Fee:

Standard Ticket: $48.00

MakeHaven Members: $41.00

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=322&reset=1

Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

Monitored sessions for participants with experience, and approved by an instructor or department head. Please note there is no instruction during these sessions.  Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only

Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

14 Week Session: Fridays, 6:30–9:30 pm, 9/6–12/13, No class 11/29

14 sessions: $546.00; Capacity: 13

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - New Haven, CT

Prepare for an Unforgettable Evening of Mystery and Comedy at the Dinner Detective New Haven!

🔍 Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with suspense, intrigue, and side-splitting comedy at Dinner Detective New Haven:

🕵️‍♂️ Engaging Mystery: Step into a world of secrets, hidden agendas, and thrilling twists. Our meticulously crafted storyline will keep you guessing as you interact with intriguing characters and follow the trail of clues to solve the evening's enigma.

😂 Comedy Galore: Laughter takes center stage! Our talented cast seamlessly blends mystery with comedy, delivering hilarious one-liners, witty banter, and unexpected moments that will have you in fits of laughter.

🎭 Audience Participation: You're not just an observer; you're an integral part of the action. Engage with the cast and fellow guests to piece together the puzzle, all while sharing hearty laughs.

🎟️ Secure Your Tickets Today! 🎟️ 🌐 Visit our website: https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/new-haven/murder-mystery-tickets-showtimes/ 📞 Call us at: (866) 496-0535.

🤣🤫 Don't miss out on the fun experience at Dinner Detective New Haven. Gather your friends, colleagues, or loved ones and embark on a night of comedy, mystery, and unforgettable entertainment.

🕵️‍♂️ Book your tickets today and prepare for an evening filled with laughter and intrigue! 🕵️‍♀️

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

155 Temple St

New Haven, CT 06510

Enjoy FREE 2-Hour Parking & Gourmet Hot Cocoa from November 29 to December 24!

Shop at The Shops at Yale and treat yourself! Here’s how it works:

🛍️ Spend $50 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper or digital receipt to enjoy:

• Your FIRST 2 HOURS of parking FREE! 🚗 (Available at surface lots located at 56 Broadway and 255 Crown Street)
• One FREE gourmet hot cocoa from either Claire’s Corner Copia (1000 Chapel Street) or Common Grounds (276 York Street) 🍫

Warm up and fuel your holiday spirit while you shop!

👉 Find the official rules & regulations and participating merchants at The Shops at Yale Holiday.

Happy Holidays and happy shopping! 🎁❤️

The Dynamics of Recovery: From Trauma to Transformation

Join Wanda Webster, MA, and Christopher Mack for an empowering workshop designed to help you heal past traumas, overcome negative habits, and rediscover your authentic self. Drawing from decades of experience in trauma recovery and community healing, they present "Dynamics of Recovery," a transformative method focused on deep personal change.

This engaging, compassionate workshop will guide you through powerful tools to shift your shadow self into light. Bring a journal and pen, and take the first step toward healing and joy.

📅 Date: December 7, 2024

⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

📍 Location: 1209 Chapel St., New Haven, CT (Instagram: @thetableandgallery & @callinginlove)

💵 Cost: $35

Explore, learn, and practice drawing exercises and techniques in a supportive environment. Increase visual perception, skills and confidence, and develop your unique style. Work with drawing pencils, charcoal, pastels, watercolor and ink/pens. Weekly demos and exercises include mark-making, line, value, form, texture and shading. Subjects include animals, everyday objects, portraits, autumn and nature inspirations, as well as students’ interests. We draw from observation, references and imagination. All materials provided. Join us!

Welcome to the winter holidays with celebrations for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Las Posadas, Three-Kings Day, Yule (Winter Solstice), Boxing Day (Saint Stephen’s Day), Ōmisoka, Soyal, St. Lucia’s Day, and many others.

Using Procreate, the students will learn to draw objects that symbolize holidays, create collages from personal photos, and convey interesting stories in accordance with their own style.

iPads and pencils will be provided.

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

Enjoy 1 FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea or 1 FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery when you show a same-day receipt of $25 or more from participating retailers from November 29 through December 24, 2024! 🎂✨

🌟 Plus, let the festive spirit fill the air with delightful holiday songs performed by strolling carolers every Saturday from 12:00-3:00 PM on November 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st.

Don’t miss out on the holiday magic! 🎶❤️

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

Explore print processes using safe water-soluble inks and novel plate supports. Develop personal imagery utilizing woodcut, linocut, etching, drypoint, monotype, monoprint, trace monotype, collagraph, embossment, Chine-collé, Solar Plates, and multiple inking and printing techniques. Experiment with innovative plate supports, mark-making tools, archival rag and Japanese papers, non-traditional inking procedures, and other approaches to image-making.

All inks, rollers, plate supports, newsprint, print tools, presses, soap, and water are supplied. Some print papers are supplied and students are welcome to bring their own.

Join us for a festive celebration as talented carolers, dressed in beautiful traditional garb, bring holiday cheer to the Broadway Shopping and Chapel Historic Districts!

When and Where:

•  Chapel Street Historic District: Saturdays, November 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st
• ⏰Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM
• Broadway Shopping District: Sundays, December 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd
• ⏰Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM

📸 Great photo opportunities await! Capture the joy as our merry carolers spread holiday spirit throughout the districts.

Bring your family and friends to soak in the festive atmosphere and create cherished memories! 🎉

Join us on Saturday, December 7th from 12:00-4:00 PM on Broadway Island for an unforgettable day of artistry and music! 🌟

Ice Carving Competition: Watch as 5 professional ice carvers, from all over New England, transform 900 lbs of ice into spectacular sculptures in just 4 hours! Vote for your favorite and automatically enter to win one of five $50 gift cards! There will be great photo opportunities with the sculptures after the event.

A Cappella Performances: Enjoy live music from 8 amazing Yale A Cappella groups:

• 12:00-12:30 PM: Doox of Yale
• 12:30-1:00 PM: Baker’s Dozen
• 1:00-1:30 PM: Red Hot & Blue
• 1:30-2:00 PM: The New Blue
• 2:00-2:30 PM: Pitches & Tones
• 2:30-3:00 PM: Something Extra
• 3:00-3:30 PM: Mixed Company
• 3:30-4:00 PM: Cadence of Yale

Hot Cocoa Competition: Come early to join the Hot Cocoa Competition from 12:00-3:00 PM, while supplies last. Receive a tasting cup at The Shops at Yale table and vote for your favorite hot cocoa to win gift cards!

Exclusive Shopping & Dining Offers: Don’t miss out on special shopping and dining opportunities at The Shops at Yale during the event. Stop by The Shops at Yale table for exclusive deals!

 Free admission & free parking all day at the 150 York Street Garage. Please bring your parking ticket to The Shops at Yale table under the big tent during the event to be validated. This event is free and open to the public and will take place rain or shine.

🗓️ Mark your calendars! Bring your friends and family for a day of art, music, and fun!

When old friends Sue Rollins and Maria Markham’s paths crossed again earlier this year, they found a great commonality in the work they were producing. The result of that reconnection is ALTERED LANDSCAPES, a collaboration by the two artists that presents a statement about climate change and how we might all work together to save our planet. The exhibit is on view at City Gallery from December 6 - December 28, with an Opening Reception on Saturday, December 7, 4-6 p.m. and an Artists Talk on Sunday, December 15, 2-3 p.m. Free and open to the public. City

Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are

Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City

Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

Create a unique polymer clay ornament perfect for holiday decorations or to enjoy all year round! This hands-on class is designed to teach you the essential skills needed to craft your own beautiful ornaments using polymer clay canes. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, this workshop is an excellent way to unleash your creativity.

What to Expect:

In this class, you'll learn how to cover a glass ornament with polymer clay canes, thread tassels to add a decorative touch, and make a coordinating hook to match your ornament. While your creations bake, instructor Nancy will demonstrate the process of making polymer clay canes, providing you with tips and tricks to enhance your skills.

Skills You'll Acquire:

- Covering a glass ornament with polymer clay canes 

- Threading tassels to embellish your ornament 

- Creating a decorative hook that complements your design 

- Understanding the basics of polymer clay cane-making

What's Provided:

- All necessary materials, including glass ornaments, polymer clay, and tools 

- Step-by-step guidance and instruction from Nancy 

Who Should Attend:

- Beginners interested in exploring polymer clay crafting 

- Anyone looking to create unique holiday decorations or personalized gifts 

- Craft enthusiasts seeking a fun and creative class 

Prerequisites/Safety Information:

- No prior experience necessary; beginners are welcome 

- All materials provided; just bring your creativity! 

- Ornaments will be baked during class, and you'll leave with a finished piece and instructions to make more on your own .

Instructor: Nancy Nearing

Workshop Ticket Fee:

Standard Ticket: $81.00

MakeHaven Members: $69.00

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=223&reset=1&reset=1

Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

Unleash your imagination with Procreate.

Students will be introduced to the different brushes, principle of layers, color palette, alpha lock, effects, and symmetry using 48 brushes including sets of pencils, inks, paint brushes, and digital tools. And most importantly, they will understand how to create their own unique illustrations.

iPads and pencils will be provided.

This new production of the Dickens’ features all the traditional elements that have made the tale a favorite for generations. Featuring a creative team with Broadway and national theater experience, A Christmas Carol is a great way to kick off your holiday season!

Annie Sailer teaches modern dance classes in the New Haven area. The classes emphasize pelvis / spine initiated, free-flow, whole body movement and include a floor and standing warm-up followed by big, spatial movement sequences across the floor. All students receive individual attention to alignment and movement issues. The class atmosphere is friendly, non-competitive, and professional. Adults of all ages are welcome. $18 per class, $150 for 10 class card.

Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at The Shops at Yale for an enchanting afternoon filled with holiday cheer!

📅 When:

• Saturdays, November 30th & December 7th
• Saturdays, December 14th & 21st
• ⏰Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM

📍 Where:

• B Natural Kitchen (260 College Street) on Nov 30th & Dec 7th
• Barnes & Noble/The Yale Bookstore (77 Broadway, lower level) on Dec 14th & 21st
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✨ Enjoy festive story readings, snap adorable photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and savor complimentary snacks!

Free & open to the public! Bring your family and make unforgettable holiday memories! 🎉

Discover the joy of crafting your own pens in our engaging 3-hour workshop! One of the most common items in everyday life is the pen, and making one yourself from wood and acrylic is a rewarding experience that anyone can achieve.

What to Expect:

Join us for a comprehensive training session where you'll learn how to create pens from start to finish. Over the course of three hours, you'll have the opportunity to make up to five pens—perfect for yourself, family, or friends. Using a specialist pen lathe that is both safe and easy to operate, you'll be guided through the entire process without needing any prior woodworking experience.

Skills You'll Acquire:

- Proficiency in using a pen lathe for woodworking.

- Techniques for crafting pens from both wood and acrylic.

- Customizing the shape and style of your pens to suit your creativity.

What's Provided:

- All necessary materials, including kits for five pens (four wood types and one acrylic).

- Expert instruction and guidance to ensure you master the pen-making process.

Who Should Attend:

- Individuals with no prior woodworking experience.

- Anyone interested in learning a new skill and creating personalized, handcrafted pens.

- Craft enthusiasts looking to expand their creative repertoire.

Prerequisites/Safety Information:

- No prior experience necessary; beginners are warmly welcomed.

- All materials and tools will be provided.

- Safety instructions and guidance will be given to ensure a safe and enjoyable workshop experience.

By the end of this workshop, you'll have a collection of beautifully crafted pens and the skills to continue creating on your own. Join us and unlock your potential in pen-making!

Instructor: Glenn Mallette

Workshop Ticket Fee:

Standard Public Ticket: $91.00

Member Rate: $78.00

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=265&reset=1

Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

The City of New Haven Dept. of Arts, Culture, & Tourism in collaboration with New Haven Symphony Orchestra are thrilled to invite New Haven residents, visitors, and neighbors to, "Winter Musicland," on December 7th in New Haven's City Hall! In celebration of the winter holiday season, this free, public event consists of a concert featuring NHSO chamber ensembles, a masterclass offering top tier musicianship training for New Haven's emerging musicians of all ages and backgrounds, and a light reception to celebrate the holiday season in communal fellowship.

The Dept. of Arts, Culture, and Tourism would like to thank the NHSO and The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven for their partnership and generous support in making this event possible. 

Students of “Gospel, Rap, and Social Justice” collaborate with formerly incarcerated men and women to reveal the contemporary relevance of Dante’s journey from “Inferno” to “Paradise” in “The Divine Comedy.” Featuring the Gospel music and rap poetry of BL Shirelle and Debra L. Taylor.

Curated by Ron Jenkins.

Free and open to the public.

View event site.

Contact: Katya Vetrov

The 1999 album, Live in Vain by Mercy Velvet, exists on zero streaming platforms, and few people have heard it. But its legacy is as relevant as ever. The Mercy Velvet Project is a rock opera, a re-creation of the album. The work explores what makes us human, our collective need for community to survive—with musicians and dancers moving as one. Through nine songs, a queer and femme cast explore different barriers to experiencing love. Learning that by giving and receiving the gift of mercy, we are able to find the bridge to survival, wholeness, and hope.

kamrDANCE, a dance and music company that prioritizes multidisciplinary musical storytelling, is hosting their first fundraising event for their multidisciplinary rock opera in progress, The Mercy Velvet Project. Join Choreographer/Artistic Director/Producer Alexis Robbins, Musical Director Christie Echols, and lead vocalist Aster Rhys at Katalina’s Bakery in Downtown New Haven for an evening of sweet and savory treats, drinks, performances, a silent auction, and more! All proceeds go towards the creation, production, equipment, and touring of The Mercy Velvet Project.

Your $50 ticket includes: unlimited sweet treats by Katalina’s bakery, savory dishes, two drinks (alcoholic or non), performances by Mercy Velvet Project cast members, the chance to bid on extremely cool silent auction items (like personal training, voice lessons, private performances and more), and networking with New Haven community members. Yes, there are vegan and gluten free options! All drinks after your first two are $5 per drink.

What to expect: *other than eating and drinking throughout the evening!*

6 PM doors open (food is first come first served)

6:45 PM presentation

7:15 PM silent auction bidding

7:30 PM performance

8 PM more bidding

8:30 PM more performing

9 PM silent auction winners announced

Silent Auction Items (be ready to place your bids!):

- 2 private, hour-long tap dance lessons with Alexis Robbins, minimum bid: $65

Either in Hamden, CT or on Zoom. Absolute beginner to advanced. All ages. Value: $200

- 1 private, hour-long personal training/corrective exercise session with Dr. Rob Palmer, MD, minimum bid: $80

In person at mActivity in New Haven, CT. Winner will be connected with Dr. Palmer to schedule. Any level, all ages. Value $120

- Paint and Sip Basket, minimum bid: $40

Gift card to the Giggling Pig, 2 bottles of wine, variety of fun art supplies. Value $150

- Private 2-hour upright bass and vocals performance concert with Christie Echols, minimum bid: $500

Within 45 miles of Hartford, CT. Can be a personally tailored performance. Value $1500

- 1 hour of consulting and/or conversation with Dr. Matthew Goldberg, PhD, minimum bid: $100

On Zoom or anywhere in Greater New Haven, value $300

Dr. Goldberg is an expert in social psychology, climate change communication, experiments, surveys, and more.

- 1.5-hour private drum lesson with Mark Robbins of the original Mercy Velvet band, minimum bid: $500

Within 100 miles of Wakefield, RI or on Zoom. Beginner-intermediate level. Value $2000

- 2-hour private birthday party at Katalina's Bakery OR a private French macaron making class, minimum bid: $200

Winner will discuss details with Katalina of Katalina's Bakery. Value $450

- 1-hour private voice lesson with Fernanda Franco of Fernanda and the Ephemeral, minimum bid $50

Located in Milford, CT. Winner will be connected with Fernanda to schedule. Value $100

- 1.5-hour private jazz concert with Click Tracks jazz trio, minimum bid $800

Anywhere in Greater New Haven. Baritone sax, upright bass, and tap dance. Standards and originals. Value $2000

More silent auction items TBA very soon!

Over twenty years after the albums’ release, kamrDANCE and their collaborators expand upon Mercy Velvet’s legacy through their personal identities and today’s political realities. The show tells the story of the album through tap dance as percussion, contemporary dance, original text, and instrumentation via bass, guitar, vocals, and electronics—highlighting our vulnerabilities, learning together how to find the antidote that is mercy, and in turn lead meaningful lives.

Live in Vain by Mercy Velvet is the music that Choreographer Alexis Robbins grew up with, the percussive rhythms and lyrics that inspired living room dances. Her father, Mark Robbins, was the drummer and co-composer for Mercy Velvet, alongside lyricist Deb Lili, and guitarist Lou Lili. Her fathers’ love and direction has deeply influenced the music Alexis listens to and the music she creates as a tap dancer. Now, Alexis, Musical Director Christie Echols, and their collaborators bring Live in Vain to audiences for the first time.

*Parking: There is FREE parking in the lot behind Katalina’s Bakery at 425 Temple Street, New Haven, CT (enter this address into your GPS as it is different from the bakery). If you park in the lot at 425 Temple, walk through the alleyway, then turn left to enter the bakery. You can also find street parking on Whitney Avenue, Trumbull Street, and Temple Street. There is one step up to enter the bakery. If you have any specific needs regarding accessibility, please email us at kamrdanceco@gmail.com so we can appropriately accommodate you.

More show information: home — kamrDANCE

More ways to donate: donate — kamrDANCE

This new production of the Dickens’ features all the traditional elements that have made the tale a favorite for generations. Featuring a creative team with Broadway and national theater experience, A Christmas Carol is a great way to kick off your holiday season!

Yale Camerata's annual Advent concert will feature a performance of Gloria by Francis Poulenc, works by Chester Alwes, B. E. Boykin, Reena Esmail, Gabriel Fauré, John Joubert, Sofia Söderberg and Joel Thompson, and popular sing-along carols with the audience.

Free and open to the public.

Livestream link

View event website for further details.

Yale Camerata is a seventy-voice vocal ensemble whose members are Yale graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, staff, and experienced singers from the New Haven community. Conducted by Dr. Felicia Barber, the ensemble performs a widely varied spectrum of sacred choral literature, with a special commitment to choral music of our time. The Camerata was founded by Marguerite L. Brooks in 1985.

Enjoy FREE 2-Hour Parking & Gourmet Hot Cocoa from November 29 to December 24!

Shop at The Shops at Yale and treat yourself! Here’s how it works:

🛍️ Spend $50 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper or digital receipt to enjoy:

• Your FIRST 2 HOURS of parking FREE! 🚗 (Available at surface lots located at 56 Broadway and 255 Crown Street)
• One FREE gourmet hot cocoa from either Claire’s Corner Copia (1000 Chapel Street) or Common Grounds (276 York Street) 🍫

Warm up and fuel your holiday spirit while you shop!

👉 Find the official rules & regulations and participating merchants at The Shops at Yale Holiday.

Happy Holidays and happy shopping! 🎁❤️

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

Enjoy 1 FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea or 1 FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery when you show a same-day receipt of $25 or more from participating retailers from November 29 through December 24, 2024! 🎂✨

🌟 Plus, let the festive spirit fill the air with delightful holiday songs performed by strolling carolers every Saturday from 12:00-3:00 PM on November 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st.

Don’t miss out on the holiday magic! 🎶❤️

Get into the holiday spirit with Holiday Pop-Up Events at Creative Arts Workshop! Join us for a series of fun, festive, and family-friendly drop-in sessions designed to bring out your inner maker. These hands-on, make and take events invite holiday crafters of all ages to enjoy time in our studios creating unique holiday ornaments, hand-stamped wrapping paper, watercolor cards, and much more.

Enjoy light refreshments, including apple cider, hot chocolate, and holiday cookies to keep you energized while you create. Prices will vary for each drop-in event or workshop, so there’s something for every budget.

Choose from these exciting holiday workshops:

Terracotta Ornaments

Trio of Young People Ornaments

Repurpose Paper into Holiday Cards

Freestyle Embroidery

Holiday Gift Tags

Repurposing Art into Holiday Cards

Watercolor Holiday Cards

Let’s spread holiday cheer together with activities that capture the season’s magic! Stop by on November 30, December 8, or December 14 for a crafting experience that celebrates the joy of the holidays.

In this festive workshop, young ones will create a trio of seasonal ornaments, each perfect for decorating their home or gifting to loved ones.

Paint and decorate mini hanging canvases with snowflakes, holly, and glitter for that holiday sparkle. For a bit of warmth, craft pom-pom winter animals, like reindeer and snow bunnies. Finally, adorn rustic pine cone ornaments with tiny holiday ribbons and frosty touches. If you still want more, create a graceful, hanging paper snow bird to add a touch of winter magic. This workshop is filled with holiday spirit and creativity, bringing warmth and joy to the season!

Price: $15 for a set of three ornaments / Kids can make and take the same day.

Dive into the world of metalworking with the Bridgeport Manual Mill class, where safety meets the art of basic metal milling operations. This class equips participants with the essential skills to master the Bridgeport Mill, a standard manual knee-type vertical milling machine. The Bridgeport name is synonymous with quality, making it a staple in machine shops across the nation.

What to Expect:

In this comprehensive class, participants will learn crucial aspects of the Bridgeport Mill, from safety protocols and basic operations to advanced techniques for successful milling. Topics covered include identifying the locations and functions of safety mechanisms, efficient installation and removal of cutting tools, proper clamping procedures, startup and speed selection sequences, accurate squaring of the machine's vise, and referencing the Machinists Handbook for tool selection, cutting speeds, and feeds.

Workshop Highlights:

- Safety First: Master the use of safety mechanisms, including the milling machine's E-stop, to ensure a secure working environment.

- Tool Mastery: Learn the art of swiftly installing and removing cutting tools, understanding proper clamping procedures, and selecting the right tools for the job.

- Startup Sequences: Navigate startup and speed selection sequences for optimal milling performance.

- Precision Techniques: Achieve accurate and safe squaring of the machine's vise and learn minor procedures for successful manual milling.

- Problem-solving Skills: Discover techniques to salvage a part in case of mistakes or incorrect dimensions, ensuring a successful milling operation.

Note:

Participants must watch the following two videos before the class:

Bridgeport Vertical Milling Machine Basics

Metalworking Metrology

(Note: Participants *must* watch the two videos listed above. Anyone who has not watched the videos may be asked to leave, no refund will be issued.)

This class is open to individuals with no previous experience, providing a welcoming entry point into the world of manual milling.

Badge Earned:

Upon successful completion of this class and the online badging process, MakeHaven members will earn the prestigious Bridgeport badge.

Instructor: Brandon DaSilva

Workshop Ticket Fee::

Standard Public Ticket: $226.00

MakeHaven Members: $193.00

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=280&reset=1

Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

EveryBody Dances @ Yale Schwarzman Center brings local and visiting dance artists to our Dance Studio to teach masterclasses in jazz, hip hop, salsa, modern, contemporary, precision dance and more! All community members are welcome.

EveryBody Dances @ Yale Schwarzman Center brings local and visiting dance artists to our Dance Studio to teach masterclasses in jazz, hip hop, salsa, modern, contemporary, precision dance and more! All community members are welcome.

Give your artwork new life this holiday season during this make and take collaging event. Old prints, drawings, or works on paper that didn’t quite hit the mark can be transformed into festive holiday cards with the magic of collage.

Learn how to transform old prints or artwork on paper into unique holiday cards or one-of-a-kind gifts using techniques like collage, stamping, layering, and chine collé with additional materials.

Explore endless possibilities to add a personal touch to your holiday greetings. Perfect for all skill levels. Bring your existing art pieces and your imagination!

Please bring any of these items to this Holiday Craft & Create event: 

- Artwork to collage, interesting papers, and clean paper for inserts

- Ribbons, fancy paper, fabric, buttons, magazine or newspaper clippings

Price: $10 per card

Get creative this season by making simple and easy hand-painted watercolor greeting cards. Your friend or loved one will cherish your handmade card.

Select from one of our easy-to-follow designs or use your imagination and invent your own holiday card idea. We will provide the supplies and helpful tips to make your holiday card special.

'Tis the season to create something special!

Join us for a festive celebration as talented carolers, dressed in beautiful traditional garb, bring holiday cheer to the Broadway and Chapel Historic Districts!

When and Where:

• Broadway Shopping District: Sundays, December 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd
• ⏰Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM
•  Chapel Street Historic District: Saturdays, November 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st
• ⏰Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM

📸 Great photo opportunities await! Capture the joy as our merry carolers spread holiday spirit throughout the districts.

Bring your family and friends to soak in the festive atmosphere and create cherished memories! 🎉

When: Sunday, December 8th, 12:00-3:00 PM

Where: The Shops at Yale

Help your neighbors in need this holiday season by donating NEW toys (ages 0-3) and NEW coats (all ages) while enjoying festive performances from local high school and community choruses!

✨ Free Activities Include:

• Visits with Santa & Mrs. Claus 🎅🤶
• Professional photo booth 📸
• Complimentary fresh kettle popcorn from The Kettle King 🍿
• Fun craft activity 🎨

Plus, enjoy free all-day parking at the 150 York Street Garage! Just bring your ticket to The Shops at Yale table for validation.

Don’t forget to stop by The Shops at Yale table during the event for exclusive Event Shopping & Dining Offers! This event is free and open to the public and will take place rain or shine.

When old friends Sue Rollins and Maria Markham’s paths crossed again earlier this year, they found a great commonality in the work they were producing. The result of that reconnection is ALTERED LANDSCAPES, a collaboration by the two artists that presents a statement about climate change and how we might all work together to save our planet. The exhibit is on view at City Gallery from December 6 - December 28, with an Opening Reception on Saturday, December 7, 4-6 p.m. and an Artists Talk on Sunday, December 15, 2-3 p.m. Free and open to the public. City

Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are

Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City

Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

Choose from a selection of charming holiday ornaments to stitch and enjoy a fun afternoon of freestyle embroidery!

Exchange tips on making projects manageable and troubleshoot any tricky areas. Rediscover basic stitches and embroidery tools. Embrace embroidery as a way to relax and enjoy the creative process. All supplies included

People are encouraged to bring the following items if they wish:

- Canvas or linen remnants

- New or recovered thread or embroidery silk

- Ongoing project, issue you wish to solve, or garment needing embellishment

- Cloth napkins

- Beads or baubles to incorporate in your designs

Price: $10 per ornament

Join Kate Henderson in the printmaking studio where you’ll transform paper into beautiful, one-of-a-kind wrapping paper using eco-friendly repurposed bags or printer paper—perfect for the gift-giving season.

This hands-on activity invites all ages to create stamps and experiment with pattern-making, color layering, and design, resulting in unique, handmade gift wrap that adds a personal touch to holiday presents. No experience needed—just bring your creativity!

Please bring brown paper bags or scrap paper if you have them; we'll also have extras on hand. Pre-made stamps are welcome, and all other supplies are provided.

Price: $10 per bag

Janet Beth Brodie has been making rubber stamped and collaged fabric and paper goods such as cards and gift tags for many joyful years.

Visit Creative Arts Workshop during the Holiday Craft & Create Pop-Ups on December 8 to purchase Janet's unique holiday and everyday cards, ornaments, calendars, gift tags, and fabric stamped items including socks, dish towels, baby clothes and more.

You can also create your own gift tags with a variety of papers, die cut shapes, rubber stamps, and collage materials. This holiday pop-up is designed for adults but children are welcome to give it a try with an adult supervision.

Come and play, make, and shop locally to make the season merry and bright!

Price: Set of 2 gift tags for $10

Overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine and discover how fun and easy it can be! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating, and troubleshooting.

Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Choice of projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags, zippered pouch, and items for the home such as pillow covers. Tips for altering clothes can also be covered. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on their own projects.

6 Week Session: Sundays, 1–3:30 pm, 11/3–12/8

6 sessions: $385.00; Capacity: 8

Dive into the wonders of Connecticut with Sarah Cody’s latest book, Around Every Corner of Connecticut! 🌟

📅 Date: Sunday, December 8

⏰ Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM

📍 Where: The Yale Bookstore

Discover the hidden gems and vibrant seasonal activities our beautiful state has to offer. This book makes the perfect gift for anyone who loves exploring Connecticut! 🎁❤️

📅 Mark your calendars and come meet Sarah Cody for a delightful afternoon of stories and signing!

🎺✨ Get ready to jingle all the way! Join us for a festive celebration of horn and tuba duos at Üni-Home Life! 🎶

📅 Dates: Sundays, December 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd

🕐 Time: 1:00-3:00 PM

📍 Location: 1046 Chapel Street

Bring your holiday spirit and enjoy the joyful sounds that will brighten your Sundays! Don't miss out on this musical treat! 🎉🎄

Join us at Creative Arts Workshop for a festive, family-friendly ornament-making event! Drop in on Saturday, November 30, or Sunday, December 8, from 1–4 PM to press, decorate, and personalize your very own terracotta ornaments.

Each ornament takes about 20-30 minutes to complete, so feel free to stop by for as long as you can and make as many as you like! Our studio will be stocked with everything you need to create a holiday keepsake you’ll cherish for years to come. All ages and skill levels are welcome!

The fee is $10 per ornament including firing fees. Pick up your finished ornaments on Saturday, December 14 from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Join us for a tactile, family friendly printmaking workshop

Sunday December 8, 1-3pm - free drop in event

Using flat lego pieces and a 5” x 5” base plate we will easily and safely create amazing relief prints- inspired by Beth Klingher’s mosaics and Ronnie Rysz’s linoleum prints from “To The Touch” and “No Relief”

All materials provided- but we recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting a little bit messy!

The beloved holiday classic returns to the Shubert this holiday season!

This new production of the Dickens’ classic features all the traditional elements that have made the tale a family favorite for generations.

Charles Dickens’ story of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge—who discovers the true meaning of Christmas with the help of Tiny Tim and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future—captures all the warmth, goodwill, and musical memories of the holiday season. Performed by a spirited ensemble cast of actors and singers, A Christmas Carol features a selection of beloved holiday songs.

Featuring a creative team with Broadway and national theater experience, A Christmas Carol is a great way to kick off your holiday season!

Are you a college or university student seeking a break from winter studying? Enjoy a visit to the Yale University Art Gallery! Warm drinks and tasty sweets await you in the lobby. Relax with collection-related puzzles and coloring activities. Post a picture on Instagram and tag @yaleartgallery to share how art helps you unwind.

In this red-hot workshop, discover the wonders of induction forging by creating a custom BBQ fork or a magic wand. Under the guiding hands of our expert, you'll unlock the secrets of shaping steel with an induction forge, basic hammer techniques, and a touch of wizardry. No experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a desire to transform steel into something magical.

Workshop Highlights:

• Hands-On Magic: Dive into the world of steel manipulation, where you'll cut, twist, taper, bend, and even perform a bit of steel wizardry to create your own masterpiece. Choose between crafting a wizard wand or a BBQ fork of your design.
• Steel Whisperer Expertise: Our instructor will reveal the mesmerizing science behind induction heating while guiding you through the art of steel manipulation. It's a workshop that's as educational as it is enchanting!
• Materials and Inspiration: All the necessary materials and reference images will be provided. Let your creativity flow as you embark on a steel-transforming adventure.

Class Details:

• Limited to 4 Participants: An intimate group ensures personalized attention.
• No Experience Needed: Whether you're a seasoned blacksmith or a complete novice, this workshop is tailored for everyone keen on a bit of steel sorcery.

What's Provided:

• All the materials for forging, including steel pieces and tools.
• Reference images to spark your creative flames.
• Expert instruction and assistance throughout the process.

Must Bring:

• Closed Toe Shoes: For protection against sparks and metal flakes.
• Long Pants: Choose jeans or working pants; nothing too tight, though. Let your legs breathe while you work the knives.
• Shirt: Opt for breathable fabric (no synthetics). Things will heat up as you wield your steelmagic!

Ticket Prices:

• Standard Public Ticket: $127.00
• MakeHaven Members: $108.00

Instructor: Ken Cotrona

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=280&reset=1

Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

Enjoy FREE 2-Hour Parking & Gourmet Hot Cocoa from November 29 to December 24!

Shop at The Shops at Yale and treat yourself! Here’s how it works:

🛍️ Spend $50 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper or digital receipt to enjoy:

• Your FIRST 2 HOURS of parking FREE! 🚗 (Available at surface lots located at 56 Broadway and 255 Crown Street)
• One FREE gourmet hot cocoa from either Claire’s Corner Copia (1000 Chapel Street) or Common Grounds (276 York Street) 🍫

Warm up and fuel your holiday spirit while you shop!

👉 Find the official rules & regulations and participating merchants at The Shops at Yale Holiday.

Happy Holidays and happy shopping! 🎁❤️

New and experienced students will focus on making pottery on the wheel.

Start by using methods of wedging, centering, hand and finger positioning for raising a vessel, and positioning one’s body for dealing with a mass of clay on the wheel. Demonstrations will cover the importance of trimming techniques and various forming processes.

Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only.

Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

15 Week Session: Mondays, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 9/9–12/16

15 sessions: $810.00; Capacity: 12

Enjoy 1 FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea or 1 FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery when you show a same-day receipt of $25 or more from participating retailers from November 29 through December 24, 2024! 🎂✨

🌟 Plus, let the festive spirit fill the air with delightful holiday songs performed by strolling carolers every Saturday from 12:00-3:00 PM on November 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st.

Don’t miss out on the holiday magic! 🎶❤️

When old friends Sue Rollins and Maria Markham’s paths crossed again earlier this year, they found a great commonality in the work they were producing. The result of that reconnection is ALTERED LANDSCAPES, a collaboration by the two artists that presents a statement about climate change and how we might all work together to save our planet. The exhibit is on view at City Gallery from December 6 - December 28, with an Opening Reception on Saturday, December 7, 4-6 p.m. and an Artists Talk on Sunday, December 15, 2-3 p.m. Free and open to the public. City

Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are

Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City

Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

Do you have an unfinished book project collecting dust on your shelf or a partially completed box tucked away under your bed?

Bring it to our Bindery for a three-week marathon dedicated to finishing those projects! Whether you’re stuck in the middle of a bookbinding project or need guidance on developing a new idea, this workshop offers the perfect environment to bring your creative endeavors to completion.

You can sign up for any number of sessions in any combination.

This workshop will take place in a studio accessed by a flight of stairs. For any accommodations please send a confidential email to registrar@creativeartsworkshop.org

Experienced in Mokuhanga and want more? This class is for you.

Students will explore bokashi gradations, blind embossing, burnishing to add gloss to a mostly matte print, the application of mica and luster powders, and the addition of a final intaglio block printed on one of the studio’s presses. Students are welcome to create new blocks or use blocks produced in previous classes.

This class is for beginners eager to learn all aspects of pottery, as well as returnees who wish to hone their skills. Although the primary focus is on wheel throwing, we will also explore hand-building and ways to combine the two disciplines. Time will additionally be spent on the importance of trimming and glazing.

Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27 and firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis and you are encouraged to take advantage of this.

15 Week Session: Mondays, 7–10 pm, 9/9–12/16

15 sessions: $810.00; Capacity: 12

For aspiring oil or acrylic painters with some fundamental painting skills, this 7-week course will cover the basics of rendering the head and portrait, landscape painting, and spatial deconstruction (Cubism).

Emphasis will be placed on paint handling techniques and the application of color to describe forms and space vividly. Students will learn to identify some of the creative processes involved with perception and visual interpretation.

Come to the first meeting with basic painting supplies, a pencil, and a small mirror or self-portrait photos. Students who have had instruction in the described practices, and would like to continue at a more advanced level, are also welcome.

Enjoy FREE 2-Hour Parking & Gourmet Hot Cocoa from November 29 to December 24!

Shop at The Shops at Yale and treat yourself! Here’s how it works:

🛍️ Spend $50 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper or digital receipt to enjoy:

• Your FIRST 2 HOURS of parking FREE! 🚗 (Available at surface lots located at 56 Broadway and 255 Crown Street)
• One FREE gourmet hot cocoa from either Claire’s Corner Copia (1000 Chapel Street) or Common Grounds (276 York Street) 🍫

Warm up and fuel your holiday spirit while you shop!

👉 Find the official rules & regulations and participating merchants at The Shops at Yale Holiday.

Happy Holidays and happy shopping! 🎁❤️

Develop your pottery skills as you focus on wheel-throwing techniques in stoneware and porcelain.

Lessons will cover both functional and decorative pottery with emphasis on classical forms as we know them. Students will be shown how to apply glazes and/or oxide washes to achieve desired results, such as combining glaze colors and the application of wood ash to create unexpected effects on their work. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27 and firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

15 Week Session: Tuesdays, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 9/3–12/10

15 sessions: $810.00; Capacity: 12

Enjoy 1 FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea or 1 FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery when you show a same-day receipt of $25 or more from participating retailers from November 29 through December 24, 2024! 🎂✨

🌟 Plus, let the festive spirit fill the air with delightful holiday songs performed by strolling carolers every Saturday from 12:00-3:00 PM on November 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st.

Don’t miss out on the holiday magic! 🎶❤️

When old friends Sue Rollins and Maria Markham’s paths crossed again earlier this year, they found a great commonality in the work they were producing. The result of that reconnection is ALTERED LANDSCAPES, a collaboration by the two artists that presents a statement about climate change and how we might all work together to save our planet. The exhibit is on view at City Gallery from December 6 - December 28, with an Opening Reception on Saturday, December 7, 4-6 p.m. and an Artists Talk on Sunday, December 15, 2-3 p.m. Free and open to the public. City

Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are

Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City

Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

Arts in Mind is a free monthly program for individuals with Young-Onset Alzheimer’s or in the early stages of memory loss, along with their care partners. This online program connects close looking at art from the Gallery’s collection with art-making opportunities. Art supplies used during the session may include pencils, colored pencils, markers, crayons (oil pastels), watercolor set, sketch pad, copy paper, and notebook.  

Closed captions will be available in English.

Registration required; to register, or for more information, contact the Gallery’s Education Department at yuag.education@yale.edu or 203.436.8831.

Annie Sailer teaches modern dance classes in the New Haven area. The classes emphasize pelvis / spine initiated, free-flow, whole body movement and include a floor and standing warm-up followed by big, spatial movement sequences across the floor. All students receive individual attention to alignment and movement issues. The class atmosphere is friendly, non-competitive, and professional. Adults of all ages are welcome. $18 per class, $150 for 10 class card.

Join Yale Consort for a service of Choral Evensong, focused on music, readings, and quiet contemplation. Through hymns, psalms, canticles, and reflections, the centuries-old tradition of Choral Evensong invites us to come together in stillness and prayer.

Free and open to the public.

Due to the off-campus nature of Yale Consort events, they will not be livestreamed. We invite you to join us in person as you are able.

Yale Consort, a newly formed professional vocal ensemble conducted by Professor James O’Donnell and sponsored by the Yale Institute of Sacred Music, provides high quality choral music for a series of evening services in local parishes and chapels.

For full information and schedule, see the ISM's Yale Consort page.

Do you have an unfinished book project collecting dust on your shelf or a partially completed box tucked away under your bed?

Bring it to our Bindery for a three-week marathon dedicated to finishing those projects! Whether you’re stuck in the middle of a bookbinding project or need guidance on developing a new idea, this workshop offers the perfect environment to bring your creative endeavors to completion.

You can sign up for any number of sessions in any combination.

This workshop will take place in a studio accessed by a flight of stairs. For any accommodations please send a confidential email to registrar@creativeartsworkshop.org

Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? Seeking to center your clay and yourself? Do you need a hand . . . with hand building? My class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay and further your individual projects with differentiated instruction. Sign up to get started or to hone your ceramic skills. All levels welcome.

Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes.

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only. Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

15 Week Session: Tuesdays, 6:30–9:30 pm, 9/3–12/10

15 sessions: $810.00; Capacity: 12

Enjoy FREE 2-Hour Parking & Gourmet Hot Cocoa from November 29 to December 24!

Shop at The Shops at Yale and treat yourself! Here’s how it works:

🛍️ Spend $50 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper or digital receipt to enjoy:

• Your FIRST 2 HOURS of parking FREE! 🚗 (Available at surface lots located at 56 Broadway and 255 Crown Street)
• One FREE gourmet hot cocoa from either Claire’s Corner Copia (1000 Chapel Street) or Common Grounds (276 York Street) 🍫

Warm up and fuel your holiday spirit while you shop!

👉 Find the official rules & regulations and participating merchants at The Shops at Yale Holiday.

Happy Holidays and happy shopping! 🎁❤️

Make functional ceramic pieces using the potter’s wheel as our primary tool. We will cover clay preparation, forming pots on the wheel, and glazing. Every class includes both demonstrations and individually-focused instruction. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only.

Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

15 Week Session: Wednesdays, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 9/4–12/11

15 sessions: $810.00; Capacity: 13

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

Enjoy 1 FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea or 1 FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery when you show a same-day receipt of $25 or more from participating retailers from November 29 through December 24, 2024! 🎂✨

🌟 Plus, let the festive spirit fill the air with delightful holiday songs performed by strolling carolers every Saturday from 12:00-3:00 PM on November 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st.

Don’t miss out on the holiday magic! 🎶❤️

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

You decide – explore multiple printmaking techniques and processes or deepen your practice in one area. Use etching, drypoint, woodcut, linocut, monotype, transfer prints, paper lithography, polymer plate lithography, collagraph, silk aquatint, transfer prints, or Chine-collé. Learn new techniques or connect printmaking to other artistic media.

Includes one 3-hour practice session per week during monitored practice hours.

When old friends Sue Rollins and Maria Markham’s paths crossed again earlier this year, they found a great commonality in the work they were producing. The result of that reconnection is ALTERED LANDSCAPES, a collaboration by the two artists that presents a statement about climate change and how we might all work together to save our planet. The exhibit is on view at City Gallery from December 6 - December 28, with an Opening Reception on Saturday, December 7, 4-6 p.m. and an Artists Talk on Sunday, December 15, 2-3 p.m. Free and open to the public. City

Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are

Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City

Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

Learn the basics of preparing and operating a loom. Participants will weave a sampler piece combining a wide range of useful weaves. Beginning students will complete one or two simple projects of their choice by the end of this term. Intermediate and advanced students will weave projects with more complex structures using multi-harness looms.

Beginning students have a materials fee of $18 payable to the instructor.

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours.

6 Week Session: Wednesdays, 6–9 pm, 10/30–12/11, No class 11/27