Music and more this weekend at Hygienic XXXIII. Not just for art lovers.
Yesterday we wrote up this weekend’s gallery show at the Hygienic but there is so much more going on in New London! January is definitely not boring in Eastern CT. — the editor Originally built as a whaling company’s provisioning store and crews’ quarters and listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings, the Hygienic was slated...
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Independent artists flaunt creativity at Hygienic XXXIII. WATCH IT ROLL IN!
Helllllllloooooooo, caryatids! Downtown New London is getting ready for the Hygienic Art’s annual “Salon Des Independants,” an art show free-for-all for the people, by the people. The rules are simple: one piece per artist, no judge, no jury, no fees and no censorship! And they’re not kidding. Anyone and everyone is allowed to submit a single...
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Three new exhibits. Centuries of art. The William Benton Museum of Art at UConn.
The William Benton Museum of Art at UConn is kicking the new year off with three new spring exhibits, open now. Women of New England: Dress from the Industrial Age; Classical Mythology in Modern and Contemporary Art; and Themes from the Collections: The 16th to the 21st Century will be at the museum through March 11. These are great exhibits for the whole family....
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The Boston Globe reviews New London, CT. What to do here with or without the kids.
The Boston Globe recently ran a wonderful article on our favorite little city by the sea, New London. This historic district dating back to whaling times has come a long way in recent years. The city is a wonderful spot to explore American history, art, theater, nautical heritage and food without the hassle of hitting the biggest of apples. A Tank Away: New...
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Video: WCVB TV 5 Boston visits Stonington, CT. Just a tank away.
Video of a visit to Stonington by WCVB-TV Boston; Lots to learn and explore here in this gorgeous little New England village. Take a look at here on Tank Away: Stonington. Charming all 4 seasons I have to say. Stay informed. Follow Mystic Country by RSS, email, on Facebook or Twitter.
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Holiday 2011. Mystic Country events that turn spirit ON.
Insure your holiday spirit with one of these events in Mystic Country. MANY are FREE so no excuses wherever you are. Follow the links for detailed info on hours, locations, times and tickets if needed. Have fun and be very jolly: Saturday, November 5- Saturday, December 13 Holiday Cabaret at Cornerstone Playhouse, Mystic. Lively song and dance show sizzles...
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An artists’ life and art. On display during the Artists’ Open Studios of Northeast CT.
Art museums are great, but what if you had the chance to connect directly with an artist, see where and how they work, have a conversation with them? The Artists’ Open Studios in the northeastern corner of Mystic Country won’t give you inside access to Dali, but you’ll get to check out our very own local creatives — the painters, jewelers, photographers,...
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Putnam’s Great Pumpkin Festival is October 22.
If you are looking to experience some beautiful foliage and have a little fall themed fun, Putnam Connecticut’s Great Pumpkin Festival is a great time. Combine a trip here with one of Walktober’s walks and you’ve got the makings of a perfect fall day. The Great Pumpkin Festival runs 10-4 pm, Sunday, October 22, 2011 from Union Square to...
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Art by skateboard and Manga. Lyman Allyn’s “Skateboards on the Ply” and “Hello Manga!” exhibits this fall.
Who would’ve thought skateboards could be art too? Lots of people, these days–and Lyman Allyn is joining the party. Their fall exhibit features just that–skateboards designed by contemporary artists, sculptures made from skateboards, and more–50 boards from over 20 artists. Skateboards: Art on the Ply highlights international artists Robert...
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It’s fiesta time for the Thread City frogs. Explore history, enjoy art, music and great local food Sunday, October 9.
This little fellow? He’s actually friend to one of the four 11′ bronze frogs that sit atop Willimantic’s Thread City Bridge (aka The Frog Bridge). The hat? Senor frog is ready for a party. This Sunday, October 9, 2011 11 am-4 pm, Windham, CT is celebrating its 2nd Annual Eastern CT Arts Fiesta. Open galleries, performances, historic...
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