Winter is the perfect time to learn about evergreens. Naturalist and forester Lori Lichtenauer will lead this program around the Deer Pond Farm campus describing common evergreens and conifers. You will observe and compare pines, spruce, cedar, hemlock, holly, and more! This program is a great experiential learning opportunity to smell, count, and feel your […]
Celebrate the season with a calming and creative Holiday Magic: Parchment Ornaments Workshop. Discover how to transform delicate translucent parchment paper into beautiful, hand-crafted ornaments that capture the light and spirit of the holidays. In this two-hour session, participants will explore the basics of parchment craft—including tracing, embossing, and simple decorative techniques. Guided step-by-step, you’ll […]
Did you know that researchers have found that every person has an individual baseline of happiness, and that this baseline of happiness can be raised? Come learn tips and techniques to raise your happiness setpoint and enhance well-being. About Dr. Wendy Hurwitz: A graduate of Yale University School of Medicine, Dr. Wendy Hurwitz is a […]
Holiday Cheer with Clay Saturday, December 13th, 1:00-4:00 PM. Ages 8 -Adult, $40. We walk you through step-by-step to create beautiful clay pieces. You make personalized one of a kind clay decor or gifts such as phone holders, trinket dishes, or ornaments. Call to register (860) 354-4318. Preregistration is required. Includes first firing. villagecenterarts.org
This program will consist of a dramatic reading by Bill Hughes of two classic Christmas themed writings. "Twas the Night Before Christmas" a short poem by Clement Clarke Moore, a professor and poet, first appeared in a newspaper, December 23, 1823, as "A Visit From St. Nicholas." "A Child's Christmas in Wales" by Dylan Thomas, […]
Grab your hats, mittens, and some holiday spirit, and join us on the Green for our Annual Carol Sing on Saturday, December 13 at 6:30 PM! A tradition that began in 1977, under the direction of band leader Skitch Henderson, the Carol Sing takes place around New Milford’s bandstand, complete with songbooks, luminaries, and of […]
Dirty Date Night Saturday, December 13th 6:30-9:30 PM Grab someone special and come get dirty....with clay! This is a two-day course (plus a day for glazing) where you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit. You can glaze your piece at your leisure once it's […]
Dirty Date Night Saturday, December 13th 6:30-9:30 PM Grab someone special and come get dirty....with clay! This is a two-day course (plus a day for glazing) where you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit. You can glaze your piece at your leisure once it's […]
Join artist Alissa DeGregorio in this experimental, abstract painting class as we paint a visual representation of the emotion, joy. Paint, oil pastels, and crayons provided. Feel free to bring any other art materials that you’d like to use. We will be talking about what joy means to us and how to interpret that feeling […]
Join us and other business professionals to connect and network at this informal networking opportunity. * Free and open to the public* Bring your business cards* Bring a friend/colleague* Food and beverages* Door prizes welcome to help promote your business Sponsored this month by: Webster Bank Housatonic River Brewing Housatonic Business Alliance
NWCT Arts Night out Join the NWCT Arts Council for Arts Night Out! Art Supply Drive @ Village Center for the Arts! Celebrate the season of giving by bringing new or gently used art supplies for our annual Art Supply Drive! Collected supplies will be donated to the Torrington Area Families for Autism (TAFA). Network […]
Design Cozy Mugs & Make Magic Cocoa Bombs $40. Saturday, December 20th | 11:00-1:30 PM OR 2:00-4:30 PM In this fun, hands on workshop we will teach you to create delicious hot cocoa bombs & decorate a mug to your desire to take home! Beginner to advanced. All Ages. 7-under needs to be accompanied by […]
Polymer Clay Ornaments $25. Saturday, December 20th | 1:00 PM Design your own keepsake ornament! Learn how to shape and decorate a handmade ornament. You can make one of our designs or make your own! Call to register (860) 354-4318. Preregistration is required. This makes a great gift, too! You make up to 3. Ages […]
Polymer Clay Ornaments $25. Saturday, December 20th | 1:00 PM Design your own keepsake ornament! Learn how to shape and decorate a handmade ornament. You can make one of our designs or make your own! Preregistration is required. This makes a great gift, too! You make up to 3. Ages 8-Adult villagecenterarts.org
Design Cozy Mugs & Make Magic Cocoa Bombs $40. Saturday, December 20th | 11:00-1:30 PM OR 2:00-4:30 PM In this fun, hands on workshop we will teach you to create delicious hot cocoa bombs & decorate a mug to your desire to take home! Beginner to advanced. All Ages. 7-under needs to be accompanied by […]
A Studio Affair with Pocket Vinyl – Music, Art, and Magic Combined! December 20, 2025, 6:30 - 10:00PM Pocket Vinyl goes on at 9:00 PM Join us at Village Center for the Arts for an unforgettable evening of creativity, music, and live art! Our next Studio Affair features the one-of-a-kind duo Pocket Vinyl, an incredibly […]
Snow Globe Workshop $25 Wednesday, December 24th | 1:00-3:00 PM Make a personalized snow globe. You will design and build their own enchanting winter scene using miniature figures, clay, and glitter. With our teacher showing you how, you will make a wonderful snowy keepsake! Preregistration is required. Call to register (860) 354-4318 7-under needs to […]
Candle Holder Workshop $40. Tuesday, December 30th | 10:00-12:30 PM Make something with your own hands and learn the art of clay! In this workshop you will design your own candle holder. We will show you step-by-step ceramic techniques. Ages 7-Adult. Preregistration is required. Beginner friendly! Includes 1st firing. Call to register (860) 354-4318. Preregistration […]
Candle Holder Workshop $40. Tuesday, December 30th | 10:00-12:30 PM Make something with your own hands and learn the art of clay! In this workshop you will design your own candle holder. We will show you step-by-step ceramic techniques. Ages 7-Adult. Preregistration is required. Beginner friendly! Includes 1st firing. Call to register (860) 354-4318. Preregistration […]