GNOME HUNT!

The GNOME HUNT is on!  A group of Gnomes is hiding in Chelmsford. Some you can find now, some on December 4th and 5th only.  Pick up a hunt list at the CCA, All Saints' Gingerbread Village, or the Java Room.  Find the Gnomes and write down their names.  Return the list to the CCA on December 5 by 5:30. Participation is free!

Kriskindlmarkt Artisans' Holiday Market at the CCA

Welcome the season at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts Kristkindlmarkt Artisans' Holiday Market on Sunday, December 5 from 2 to 6 pm. Local artists will be selling ceramics, cards, jewelry, ornaments, goodies, and more.  Chelmsford Women of Today will have children's activities and a gift room just for kids to shop.  Please join us to supports the CCA and arts in our community.  Watch for news about the GNOME HUNT!

FASHIONISTAS GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!!

Seen at the Farmers' Market Opens in the CCA Gallery Nov. 7

Opening November 7 at the CCA Gallery is "Seen at the Farmers' Market," plein air painting on the Common.


The Gallery is open from 2-4 pm on Sundays.  

Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail

Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail

October 2010 Meeting

TOPIC:  Kranks for Kids
DATE:   Wednesday, October 27, 2010
PLACE:  Chelmsford Center for the Arts
     (Old Town Hall)
     1A North Road
     Chelmsford, MA 01824
     Lower level
TIME:   7:30 PM

GUEST SPEAKER:  Jeff Ilg

Kranks for Kids is a new organization dedicated to
helping expose youth to the joy of the outdoors,
the value of mechanical skill, physical fitness,
and the importance of developing and maintaining
the environmentally sustainable modes of
transportation. This mission is accomplished
through the combination of collaborative and mentored
assembly, riding and the sheer fun of bicycles.

For more information see:
www.kranksforkids.org
www.facebook.com/kranksforkids

Light refreshments will be served.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Jeff Ilg is a founder of Kranks for Kids and a Sudbury,
MA Pe Teacher. He feels passionately that ALL kids
should have the joy of riding a bike, learning about
the environment, contributing to their communities,
and learning about the benefits of physical fitness
at a young age.

CALLING ALL ARTISANS!

KRISTKINDLMARKT ARTISAN HOLIDAY MARKET APPLICATION

NAME _________________________________________________

ADDRESS ______________________________________________

TELEPHONE _________________ E-MAIL ___________________

ENCLOSE $30.00 CHECK PAYABLE TO:  Chelmsford Center for the Arts

Mail to OR Drop Off: 

Chelmsford Town Offices, 50 Billerica Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 (This is NOT the building where the market will be.)

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ITEM(S) YOU WILL BE SELLING:

_______________________________________________________

The Kristkindlmarkt Artisan Holiday Market at the CCA will be Sunday, December 5, 2 pm to 6 pm.  Set up will begin at Noon.  6 Foot tables are available on a first come first serve basis.  Vendors will be responsible for their own set up and clean up.

There are limited spaces.  The Organizing Committee will notify you of your acceptance.   Question?  Call Susan Gates 978-250-9161

Celebrate United Nations Month at the CCA!

Chelmsford Toastmasters Present Free Program October 14

Learn How to Show Your Appreciation!

We always mean to tell the people in our lives how much they mean to us.  How much we care.  How much they’ve affected our lives.

We mean to – and then often we don’t.

Don’t wait until it’s too late to show someone your appreciation.  Learn how to create your own Appreciation Project – a short, taped speech that you can give to someone as a lasting memory.

Chelmsford Toastmasters, a club dedicated to helping people speak better to improve their lives, is hosting a special meeting on Thursday, October 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. to share how to develop, give, and record an Appreciation Speech.  It will be held at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Road in Chelmsford.  The event is free and open to everyone.

At the meeting, members of the club will share their own speeches of appreciation.  The founder of www.dontleaveappreciationunsaid.com will discuss the mechanics of writing, presenting, and recording a speech.  And all attendees will receive a handout on how to create their own Appreciation Project.

For more information, contact Dan Barrett at 978.454.5019 or email him at djb01852@yahoo.com.

Celebrate United Nations Month at our Indian Folk Fest!

Learn about Indian culture at the CCA's first "Indian Folk Fest" in honor of United Nation's Month.


Sunday, October 3 from 2:00 to 5:00 the CCA Gallery will be host to Indian vendors and artisans.  The Marketplace  is free to the public.  


A program of story telling, music, and dance from a variety of Indian states will begin at 3:00.  This is a ticketed event to support the CCA.  $10 adults and $5 students/seniors.  Purchase tickets securely on-line here:  www.mktix.com/cca

CHELMSFORD ART SOCIETY FEATURES GLENN DAVISON

Tuesday, Sep 28 at 7:00 pm  FREE Open to the Public

 

"International Kite Art - A slide show of kites by inspired artists whose works range from fabric art to sculpture"

 

Presented by Glenn Davison

 

Glenn Davison is a kite designer, builder, lecturer, festival organizer and workshop leader. He is the Chairman of the Education Committee for the American Kitefliers Association.  He is a Director of the Kites Over New England kite club and has been featured on HGTV, the Boston Globe, Kiting Magazine and many other publications. 

 

Glenn has been a featured flyer at the Antigua Kite Festival, Bogota Colombia Festival de Verano, Dieppe Canada International Kite Festival, Verdun Canada International Kite Festival, Wildwood NJ International Kite Festival, St. Placide Winter Festival in Canada, Kites on Ice Winter Festival in Wisconsin, Taipei International Kite Festival in Taiwan and the International Kite Festival in Gujarat India.

 

In addition to the slide show, some amazing kites will be on display.

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW for the Indian Folk Festival!

Support the CCA by coming to the Indian Folk Festival on Sunday, October 3.  Marketplace free and open to the public at 2:00, Vendors, Music, Gallery Exhibit: World Traveler.  Performance by local Indian Dance groups at 3:00.  Tickets:  $10 Adults, $5.00 children
Learn about another culture while having fun!
Tickets by phone 978-392-8429, on-line www.mktix.com/cca

Anna Dagmar and Friends at the CCA, September 30

Now based in New York City, Anna has rapidly become known across the US and all the way to Stockholm for her virtuosity as a pianist, singer and songwriter.  All Music Guide says, "...solid jazz-pop songwriting, bright piano playing, and earnest, honest vocals...Dagmar lays out her soul on every song."  Join Anna with a full band featuring George Arsenault and Ed Spargo at the CCA.  Tickets at the door $12 Adults, $8.00 Students/Seniors

More Fall Classes at the CCA

TUNEFUL TODDLERS™ PRE-SCHOOL MUSIC CLASSES

Ruth Canonico BA MA Ed PGCE(UK) introduces infants and children ages 3 months to 4+ years to music classes designed to develop a love of music through singing, storytelling & movement. In addition to being enjoyable, Tuneful Toddlers classes enhance language skills, coordination & imagination.

Using traditional nursery rhymes, finger plays, singing and circle games, songs, stories and simple instruments, our classes become alive with the sights and sounds of the everyday world of family life, seasons, transportation, nature and & animals.

With over 25 years of experience as a music teacher, storyteller and child care provider on two continents, Ruth has designed a program easy to continue in your home with your infants and young children.

Classes run for 9 weeks beginning Monday September 20^th from 11-11:45am except for October 11, Columbus Day at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts in the carpeted Gallery room on the first floor. Children must be accompanied by parent/caretakers.

Pre-registration is required and begins on Thursday, September 9^th at the Tuneful Toddlers ™ Showcase 10:30-11am at the Chelmsford Main Library.

Contact Ruth Canonico by phone: 978 319-9517 or

E-mail tunefullytoldtales@comcast.net

Kids Yoga Discovery (ages 4-7)

Kids’ Yoga Discovery is just that – a discovery of yoga, self and the world.  ChildLight Yoga classes engage children through movement exploration, music, theme-related games and inspired Yoga-play to capture their attention and their imaginations as they refine their motor skills and understanding.  Classes end with visual imagery and relaxation exercises, teaching children to quiet both mind and body.  FMI, please contact Lauren Hajjar at 781-789-9080 or visit www.childlightyoga.com.  

What to Bring/Wear:  It is recommended that you bring your own yoga mat to prevent the spread of germs, as well as a water bottle with a spouted lid.  Dress for movement.

Registration Fee:  A one-time registration fee of $20 includes a t-shirt, yoga mat bag and pin earnings. Save $20 (fee is waived) when registering in advance for all 3 sessions (fall, winter, spring)!

Fall 2010

Thursdays 4:30-5:30 with Lauren- Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Road, Chelmsford, MA

September 30-November 18 , $96

No class on 11/11 (Veteran's Day)

Mark Your Calendars!

Here’s a sampling of what is coming up:

August 28 - Great Jazz at the CCA!  Moving Forward 7 - 10 pm, $10 at the door

September 24,  7 pm  CALLING ALL CUBSCOUTS  “The Pinewood Derby” Book signing and talk with Chelmsford author Cindy Reynolds.  Books available for purchase at the event or purchase ahead on Amazon.com.   

Sept. 30,  Concert with Anna Dagmar and friends. Now based in New York City, Anna has rapidly become known across the US and all the way to Stockholm for her virtuosity as a pianist, singer and songwriter.

Tickets at the door.

The CCA is celebrating United Nations Month with programs from India and Estonia.  Learn something new while having fun!

October 3, 2-5 pm  Indian Folk Festival

Vendors, Food, Art   Open to the public

Indian Folk Dance Concert 3:00, $10 Adults, $5.00 Children/Students/Seniors

Come learn more about Indian culture through dance, music, art, and food!

October 9, 2 pm

Screening of the acclaimed documentary “The Singing Revolution” with the film maker.  Hosted by the Boston Estonian Society.  Learn more about the

Estonian tradition of music and folk dancing.

October 16, 7:30 pm  Westford Chorus Cabaret and Silent Auction

Enjoy an evening of show tunes, popular songs in a cabaret format.  Tickets $15.00

December 5, Kristkindlmarkt Holiday Fair   Start the holidays at the CCA and enjoy the annual Holiday Prelude.  Vendors stalls open at 2:00. 

December 11, 2:00 pm Illumination Opera Presents "Only A Miracle", a Christmas Opera for Children   $10 adults, $5.00 children For tickets call 978-250-9161 or go to www.illuminationopera.org

December 12, 2:00 pm  Merrimack Valley Chorale Holiday Concert

Ongoing –

CCA Gallery – Open Thursdays through October 14, Noon to 6 pm, and Sundays, 2 to 6 pm.

September – “Wandering Massachusetts and the World”  photographs of Harry Taplin

October – “How I Spent My Summer Vacation, Travel photos and art”

November – “Seen at the Chelmsford Farmers’ Market” Plein Air Paintings and Sketches by members of the Chelmsford Art Society

December – “The Art of Crissie Murphy”  Benefit to Support Wounded Veterans

Merrimack Valley Chorale, Tuesdays 7-9 pm

 Do you like to sing?  Come join the MVC.  Make new friends while making music!

Toastmasters, 2^nd and 4^th Thursday, 7-9 pm

Chelmsford Art Society, Last Tuesday of the month 7-9 pm

JAZZ TONIGHT!

Summer Jazz at the CCA with Moving Forward continues TONIGHT, July 24, 7-9 pm. Great Jazz quintet. Support these wonderful musicians. $10 at the door.

SUMMER JAZZ AT THE CCA

JOIN US FOR SUMMER JAZZ!


Saturday, June 26, 7-9 pm, Veteran's Memorial Auditorium


$10 at the door



MOVING FORWARD at the CCA









The musicians of Moving Forward are masters of their art, each professionally trained with years of musical experience, they are the premier jazz quintet of the area. Their music is uplifting with a unique voice that is ideal for any occasion.

Now featuring a vocalist and a new drummer, Moving Forward is making a comeback in the Lowell and Boston music scenes. Keep your eyes and ears open for more to come from this incredible group!

Band:
Dayna Brown: Vocals
Jared Holaday: Saxophone
Dan Sakkinen: Guitar
Maxxx Lewis: Bass
Mike Dettorre: Drums

Yoga for Kids with Lauren

Yoga means to "unite" or "join together". Believe it or not, children are natural yogis. Through music, games, nature, and animal poses, children are guided to express themselves creatively and organically. Programs are offered for children and families ages 2 and up and will begin at the CCA on Wednesdays, beginning June 30, 9:30 - 10:30.  There will be no class on July 7 or 8.  Tuition: $68, 1/2 for second child.   To register for classes please go to http://www.laurenhajjar.com/  Peace!

COMPASSION FOR KENYA CONCERT

WHAT?

A CONCERT! FOOD! SILENT AUCTION!

WHEN?

MAY 22, 2010

7PM

WHERE?

CHELMSFORD

CENTER

FOR THE ARTS

1A NORTH ROAD,

CHELMSFORD, MA

$10 ADMISSION AT THE DOOR

JULY 15-31 TEN PEOPLE FROM NEW

COLONY BAPTIST CHURCH IN BILLERICA,

MA WILL BE FOLLOWING GOD’S CALL TO

KENYA. THEY WILL BE WORKING WITH

ORPHANS AND SCHOOL CHILDREN,

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS, AND

FACILITATING MEDICAL CLINICS ON

MFANGANO ISLAND, AND WORKING WITH

WIDOWS, PATIENTS, AND MEDICAL

DOCTORS AT TENWEK HOSPITAL.

COME BE A PART OF OUR TEAM!

Custom Cookies for Your Event

Having an event at the CCA?  In celebration of the Chelmsford Center for the Arts Baking for Good has introduced this custom cookie designed to look like the historic Town Hall on Chelmsford Common. Each delicious, hand-iced cookie comes individually wrapped, and the whole set is packaged in a Baking for Good box tied with twine and personalized with manila tags.  These cookies are the perfect favor for weddings, showers, meetings, and parties.  Order on line from Baking for Good, just click on the photo of the cookie.

A CALL TO ARTISTS

Sweet Land of Liberty A juried exhibition at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts. 

In the Gallery:  Art in any medium representing your America, ready for gallery presentation (make sure your work has a wire on it).  This exhibit will run from July 2 through August 1 in the CCA Gallery.  The Gallery will be open during its regular hours Friday, July 2, 5:30-7:30, Sundays 2-4 pm, July 5 during the CAS art show, and Thursdays 2-6 pm during the Chelmsford Farmers’ Market.  Artists are asked to volunteer to gallery sit.

Submission: Information below e-mailed with a jpg attached or the form sent by mail with a photo of the work.  Entries must arrive no later than June 15, 2010. Notification of acceptance will go out no later than June 22, 2010. Mail the entry below to: CCA, 1A North Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 or e-mail the information to: CCAatTownHall@gmail.com

Name:_______________________ 

Phone_______________________

Address:_____________________

Title: ________________________

Medium: _____________________

Price (10% of sale price to be donated by artist to CCA): _______

Size: ___________________   

E-mail______________________

Date available to Gallery Sit: ______________

First CCA in Bloom!

Saturday, April 9, the first CCA in Bloom! opened with a gala benefit.  Veteran's Memorial Auditorium is filled with flowers and art for one weekend only and the CCA Gallery is abloom with floral paintings and photographs through May 2.   Entrance is free of charge, but your donations will help maintain the CCA.
The CCA thanks Classic Flowers, Feeney the Florist, Floral Arts, Scent of Flowers, Jones Farm, Mahoney's, Baking for Good, Chanel Lord & Taylor, Markus & Leslie, Music Academy of Chelmsford, and Harrington Wine & Liquors

for in-kind donations to the gala.  

MAY 1, DANCE2SWING CANCELLED

CANCELLED DUE TO MEDICAL 


EMERGENCY


We hope to be able to reschedule and wish Alan a speedy recovery.

CELTIC NIGHT WITH TRI, APRIL 23

Emerging Celtic music ensemble Trì includes 3 of New England’s most sought after traditional Celtic musicians. The trio consists of award winning bagpiper Matthew Phelps, highly acclaimed fiddler Doug Lamey, and the band’s MC and guitarist Cliff McGann. They can be seen and heard at festivals across North America, on the radio, and now at Veteran's Memorial Auditorium at the CCA!


Friday, April 23, 7:30 pm.  $10 at the door.

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS FOR THE CCA IN BLOOM!

THE ART OF THE ART SONG SEMINAR

Dr. Nancy Leinonen Howells and Collaborative Pianist Thomas Dawkins will teach a two-week art song seminar at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts, Monday through Friday, July 12 – 23, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

The seminar will cover the language, the performance practice, and style of the art song.  Two songs, one in English and one in French, Italian, or German will be assigned by Dr. Howells upon admittance to the class.

These songs can be done by more than one voice type - most art song (not all) is not gender specific, and can be found in multiple keys. Voice classification is usually not of consideration, unless the song is orchestrated, or one of those cycles that is exclusively male or female. Every singer will work on two pieces, but will learn about the rest of the songs, in a sort of "tasting menu" that allows them to have thoughts about whether these are things they'd like to do themselves in the future.  Participants will gain knowledge of 10 or more art songs. 

The seminar is limited to 10 singers.  Tuition is $180, payable with application.

To apply send check made payable to “Chelmsford Center for the Arts” with your name, address, telephone number/email address, voice category to:

Chelmsford Center for the Arts

1A North Road

Chelmsford, MA 01824

Dr. Nancy Leinonen Howells, originally from Michigan, began her voice training at Central Michigan University, where she earned the Bachelor of Music in voice.  She continued her voice studies at The University of Michigan (Ann Arbor), where she earned the Master of Music in voice, and the Doctor of Musical Arts in voice, with studies in vocal pedagogy.  While at the University of Michigan, Nancy served as adjunct faculty, and taught degree candidates in the BFA program for Music Theatre, and in the BME program for music education.  She also served as co-teacher of the vocal pedagogy class.  Dr. Howells has appeared as soloist with the Boston Cecilia, the Assabet Valley Mastersingers, Mass Theatrica, and The New England Light Opera, and the Ocean Park (Maine) Association.  She has performed as a recitalist in Boston, Cambridge, Sudbury, and  Newton.  In 1996, she received a grant from MIT to premiere a new work by composer Matthew Fields (Crossroads), and in 1997, received an “Artists Behind the Desk” grant from MIT.  Prior to moving to Massachusetts, Nancy sang with the North Central Symphony Orchestra of Michigan, the Central Michigan University Orchestra, and the Bay View Opera.  Operatic roles include Fiordiligi in Cosi fan tutte, Kathleen in Riders to the Sea, Nella in Gianni Schicchi, and the title role in Suor Angelica.  In addition to performance, Dr. Howells teaches at Indian Hill, in the Weston High School after-school arts program, and in her private studio.  Recent students have gone on to pursue voice degrees at Boston Conservatory (Bachelors and Masters programs), Duke University, Brigham Young University, Carnegie Mellon University, Elon University, Boston University and The University of Michigan. 

Mr. Thomas Dawkins, collaborative pianist and vocal coach, has worked with many top teachers in and around Boston. He was the Vocal Seminar pianist at The Longy School of Music for instructors Jean Danton and Lynn Torgove, among others. He has played for masterclasses at Longy and New England Conservatory (including for Sondra Kelley), and last summer taught a class with D’Anna Fortunato focusing on audition prep for singers. He is currently Robert Honeysucker’s studio pianist at the Lexington School of Music. A graduate of Brandeis University with Highest Honors, he is also a classical singer with such groups as the Handel and Haydn Society, Longwood Opera, and New Hampshire Opera Theater. He is the organist and choir director of the Congregational Church of Harvard, UCC.

WELCOME TO BROADWAY! Summer Music Theatre Program for Students

Are You 14-18 Years Old and Looking for Professional Music Theatre Coaching This Summer? 


Do you want to polish your audition skills?  Do you want to try something new and fun?   Chelmsford Center for the Arts is presenting a two week “Welcome to Broadway”music theatre program, Monday through Friday, July 12 – 23, from 9 am to 3 pm.

Students will work on solo and ensemble pieces with voice teachers/coaches, Dr. Nancy Leinonen Howells, Mr. Rob Woodin, and Mr. Joe Rondeau.  Prof. Alisa Bucchiere will be our pianist.  This program will teach basic musicianship, movement and performance.  Students will work with all four instructors individually and in groups.  The class will culminate in a Broadway revue at the CCA on July 23.  All students will audition for placement purposes April 25 at 2:00 pm at the CCA.  Cost for the two weeks:  $480 payable to Chelmsford Center for the Arts

For registration e-mail CCAatTownHall@gmail.com or call 978-250-9161


About our teachers...

Dr. Nancy Leinonen Howells, originally from Michigan, began her voice training at Central Michigan University, where she earned the Bachelor of Music in voice.  She continued her voice studies at The University of Michigan (Ann Arbor), where she earned the Master of Music in voice, and the Doctor of Musical Arts in voice, with studies in vocal pedagogy.  While at the University of Michigan, Nancy served as adjunct faculty, and taught degree candidates in the BFA program for Music Theatre, and in the BME program for music education.  She also served as co-teacher of the vocal pedagogy class.  Dr. Howells has appeared as soloist with the Boston Cecilia, the Assabet Valley Mastersingers, Mass Theatrica, and The New England Light Opera, and the Ocean Park (Maine) Association.  She has performed as a recitalist in Boston, Cambridge, Sudbury, and  Newton.  In 1996, she received a grant from MIT to premiere a new work by composer Matthew Fields (Crossroads), and in 1997, received an “Artists Behind the Desk” grant from MIT.  Prior to moving to Massachusetts, Nancy sang with the North Central Symphony Orchestra of Michigan, the Central Michigan University Orchestra, and the Bay View Opera.  Operatic roles include Fiordiligi in Cosi fan tutte, Kathleen in Riders to the Sea, Nella in Gianni Schicchi, and the title role in Suor Angelica.  In addition to performance, Dr. Howells teaches at Indian Hill, in the Weston High School after-school arts program, and in her private studio.  Recent students have gone on to pursue voice degrees at Boston Conservatory (Bachelors and Masters programs), Duke University, Brigham Young University, Carnegie Mellon University, Elon University, Boston University and The University of Michigan. 

Rob Woodin has recently performed with Opera Providence, Opera Boston Underground, Metro West Opera and with Boston Opera Collaborative in many fully staged operas, concerts and recitals.  In addition to his operatic career, he has performed in many musical theater productions with companies in the Midwest.  Rob has his Masters in Voice Performance from Boston University and his Bachelors from Drake University in Des Moines, IA.  Rob is a private voice teacher at Indian Hill Music, BB&N High School in Cambridge, Powers Music School in Belmont, and at the Music Academy of Chelmsford.

Joseph Rondeau, tenor, graduated from UMass Lowell with a degree in vocal performance in 2007.  Joe has taught voice students for two years and has worked as a vocal coach at the Summer Drama Workshop in Hudson, MA on their production of "Grease." As a performer recent credits include "Sweeney Tood" with The Vokes Theater; concert performances with Illumination Opera; "The Mikado" and concert performances Mass Theatrica; and "How to Succeed...," "Fame," "Godspell,"  and concerts with The Arts Alliance. Currently Joe resides in Dracut, MA. 


Alisa Helene Bucchiere  - Prof. Bucchiere received her Bachelor’s of Music cum laude degree from the University of Lowell, her Masters of Music degree from Westminster Choir College and is pursuing her Doctorate of Musical Arts in Music Education at Boston University. Presently, she holds teaching positions at Northern Essex Community College since 2004, as both the Choral Director and professor of music history & music theory, and at Indian Hill Music Center, in Littleton, MA where she has been on the piano faculty since September of 1996. Currently, Prof. Bucchiere is a member of ACDA, the American Choral Directors Association and is also a member of the Merrimack Valley American Guild of Organists where she serves as the organist at the First Church Congregational in Methuen, MA. Presently, Prof. Bucchiere is the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Accompanist for Region One which includes all of New England and parts of New York State.  In her spare time, Prof. Bucchiere has performed as music director/accompanist for over forty theater shows. 

HOW TO GET YOUR NEWS STORY IN THE PAPER

Do you have an event or a news story you’d like to share but don’t know how to get the word out?

On Wednesday, April 7, from 7 to 9 p.m. there will be a free public relations/publicity seminar at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts. Come learn the basics of getting your message out through the Chelmsford Independent and wickedlocalchelmsford.com. Meet Managing Editor Jesse Floyd, reporter Chloe Gotsis, Arts & Calendar Editor Margaret Smith, and columnist Joanne Stanway, get tips and find out the appropriate contacts for the news you want to get published and join us for light refreshments.

We look forward to seeing you.

Please RSVP by April 5 to chelmsford@cnc.com or call 978-371-5751.

CELTIC MUSIC SESSION OPEN TO ALL!

Dan LeBlanc will be hosting the CCA's first Celtic Music Session on Sunday, March 28 from 4 pm to 7 pm in Veteran's Memorial Auditorium.  All are welcome.  Bring your instrument and join the fun!   Piano is available.  Suggested Donation at the Door $5.00


Your attendance at CCA events brings our only public arts institution alive.  Check back often to see what we have planned.  Join our facebook group and e-mail list to keep up to date.

Chelmsford TeleMedia Cinema Presents...

Chelmsford TeleMedia presents Fred Barzyk's and Dan LeBlanc's documentary, "Celebrate Music, Chelmsford Style" on March 27 at 7:00 pm in Veteran's Memorial Auditorium.  Free, but donations will be gratefully accepted.  See the diverse musical programs and groups in your own backyard.

Appropriate for all ages.  

                                                  c 2009 Bob Stegmaier photographer

SIGN UP NOW FOR MORPHING PAPER WORKSHOP!

Jennifer Heater will be teaching the collage class as part of our Morphing Paper Workshop on March 20.  Here's a sample of her great work.  This is your chance to learn from this wonderful artist.  The daylong paper workshop includes three classes: collage with Jennifer, kite-making with Glenn Davison, and origami with Gustavo Garcia Barragan.  This is a wonderful opportunity for kindergarten through adult for $20.  E-mail us at CCAatTownHall@gmail.com for a registration form.  The workshop will run from 9:30 to 3:00 pm.  Bring your own bag lunch or order one supplied by Carven Catering.