June 2014
Opening Reception for Photo/Synthesis at the Carriage Barn Arts Center
Photo/synthesis is an exhibition of photographic works on view at the Carriage Barn Arts Center, New Canaan, CT from June 6 to 29. The opening reception is on Thursday, June 5th from 6 to 8, and gallery hours are Thursday to Saturday 11 to 3 and Sundays 1 to 5. In conjunction with the exhibit, a Walk and Talk with the Artists will be on Thursday, June 12 from 6 to 8. The following week on Thursday, June 19 from…
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37th Annual Members’ Art Show at Carriage Barn Arts Center Extended to Oct. 18
The Carriage Barn Arts Center in Waveny Park announces the extension of its current art exhibition the 37th Annual Members’ Art Show. The new closing date is Saturday, October 18th. The 37th Annual Members’ Art Show celebrates the diverse work of its strong contingency of current artist members in its annual Members’ Show. All subjects, styles, and media are exhibited in this expansive group art exhibit, in which approximately 160 artists, mainly from Connecticut and New York, each display one…
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Opening Reception—35th Annual Photography Show: History and Process
35th Annual Photography Show: History and Process Saturday, January 10 - Sunday, February 8, 2015 Carriage Barn Arts Center / New Canaan Society for the Arts Waveny Park, 681 South Ave, New Canaan Opening Reception: Saturday, January 10th, 6 - 8 pm Contact: admin@carriagebarn.org / 203-972-1895 Gallery Hours: Wednesday – Saturday, 10 am – 3 pm; Sunday, 1 – 5 pm This group art show at the Carriage Barn Arts Center highlights the history of photography as well as the…
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NCSA presents – Lecture: Andre Kertész: An Artist’s Life Speaker: Robert Gurbo, Curator of the Elizabeth and André Kertész Foundation
Carriage Barn Arts Center Waveny Park, New Canaan, CT Lecture: Andre Kertész: An Artist’s Life Speaker: Robert Gurbo, Curator of the Elizabeth and André Kertész Foundation Thursday, February 5, 2015 6:30 pm – Reception 7:00 pm – Lecture Registration required: www.carriagebarn.org. RSVP by February 4 $10 members; $15 non-members NEW CANAAN, CT, January 21, 2015 -- The Carriage Barn Arts Center, Editor’s Pick of Moffly Media’s Best of the Gold Coast, is hosting a lecture on the evening of Thursday,…
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The Art of the Vehicle Symposium
The Art of the Vehicle Symposium on Thursday, April 30, 6:30 pm, at the Carriage Barn Arts Center will explore the multi-faceted interrelationship between motoring vehicles and fine art with a panel discussion with noted experts moderated by automotive expert and curator Marianne Brunson Frisch. The panelists include: Kent Bain, automobile restorer, Automotive Restorations, Inc.; Buzz Kanter, motorcycle collector and publisher of American Iron Magazine and Motorcycle Rides & Culture; Chris Osborne, artist; Alan Sosnowitz, automobile designer and artist; and…
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Free Concert Madera Winds Concert
Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 1:30 pm We welcome back and invite you to come hear the Madera Winds Quintet during a free, one-hour performance of selected classical works by Haydn, Bizet, Bozza, Ferenc, and Gershwin. The Madera Winds, established in 2012, is Ralph Kirmser (oboe), Janet Atherton (clarinet) John Harley (horn), Jan van den Berg (flute), and Danielle Stopek (bassoon), five musicians with extensive experience performing chamber music in Fairfield for over 30 years. RSVP to admin@carriagebarn.org
Find out more »November 2015
‘For the Birds’ Exhibition: Opening Night
“For the Birds” brings avian works of 92 artists to Carriage Barn On view: November 14 – December 13, 2015 Opening Reception: Saturday, November 14 6-8 pm, free and open to the public “For the Birds,” a new exhibition opening November 14 at Waveny’s Carriage Barn, is a showcase for old and new artist members of New Canaan Society of the Arts. “Many artists and I had conversations about the nature of juried exhibitions today,” said Gallery Director Valerie Garlick.…
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Bird Nerd Trivia at the Carriage Barn
Join us for a fun-filled, bird-themed trivia night! Whether you're a bird enthusiast or a nature novice, there'll be questions for everyone! Our "For the Birds" exhibition is still up to focus your thoughts and we thank the New Canaan Wine Merchants for their kind donation of beer to help you think outside the box. Allison Bryant from the Connecticut Audubon Society will be testing your Avian knowledge with questions like: Q: What is a baby Puffin called? A: A…
Find out more »January 2016
36th Annual Photo Show Opens at the Carriage Barn
New Canaan Society for the Arts presents the Carriage Barn Art Center’s "36th Annual Juried Photography Show,” featuring 100 works by local emerging and established artist and NCSA members, selected by Jan Nagle of the Center for Photography Woodstock. Opening reception with light refreshments will take place Friday, January 15, 2016 from 6-8pm at the Carriage Barn Arts Center, 681 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT 06840. Awards will be announced at 7pm. This exhibition remains on view through February 21,…
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Deadline for Submissions: Spectrum 2016 / Natural Inspiration at the Carriage Barn Arts Center
NEW CANAAN, CT, February 19, 2016–Spectrum has been hosted for 26 years at the Carriage Barn Arts Center, home to the New Canaan Society for the Arts (NCSA). Historically scheduled after the NCSA’s annual Photography Show, Spectrum is a juried exhibition of original, contemporary artwork by local and regional artists, and invites submissions in all media except photography. All entries must have been created within the past two years and must not have been previously exhibited at the Carriage Barn.…
Find out more »September 2018
New Canaan Democratic Town Committee’s 15th Annual BBQ
The New Canaan Democratic Town Committee is thrilled to announce plans to host their 15th Annual BBQ on Sunday, September 16th in a new location: the Carriage Barn. The entire Democratic slate of candidates including Senator Chris Murphy and Congressman Jim Himes have been invited -- come hear what they have to say while enjoying delicious fare from Walter Stewart's Market. The afternoon will also feature musical guest Bad Dog Buddy. As always, all are welcome and there will be…
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