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Games, Gizmos & Toys in the Attic
Sun, Sep 07, 2008 to Mon, Jan 26, 2009: Lyman Allyn Art Museum, 625 Williams Street. Playful, inventive, interactive world of Walter Wick! Wick is best known as co-creator of the I Spy series of books, exhibits the sets from which he creates wonderful photographs; three-dimensional models and large-scale photographs of great imagination and verve. Wick grew up in rural Connecticut, and works in Hartford. Most of Wick's books challenge readers to solve visual riddles or puzzles created from the thousands of props he has collected at his studio, a renovated firehouse in the Hartford's south end.
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100 Years of New London Tugs
Sun, Jan 04, 2009 to Wed, Apr 15, 2009: The Custom House Maritime Museum, West Gallery, 150 Bank Street. Materials dating back to the early 20th century from New London's Thames Shipyard. Artifacts include half hull ship models, archival records and photographs. There will also be tug boat paintings by several contemporary maritime artists, William Hanson and James Magner among them.
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Tugboats & Little Toot
Sun, Jan 04, 2009 to Wed, Apr 15, 2009: The Paintings and Illustrations of Hardie Gramatky. Custom House Maritime Museum, Maritime Gallery, 150 Bank Street. Over twenty watercolors of Old Lyme, Connecticut and New York harbor; alongside original illustrations, a notebook, story boards, & a Disney film cell from Gramatky's famous Little Toot books and film.
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Let's Get Going On Better Rail NYC to Boston and Beyond!
Fri, Jan 09, 2009: 10 AM-3 PM. Regional Transportation Forum. Presented by The Connecticut Chapter of the Sierra Club & The National Corridors Initiative, Inc at the Radisson Hotel, Governor Winthrop Boulevard. This forum will focus on the rail and transit projects in the Northeast that are "low-hanging-fruit," and what we can do to help move them forward. We will explore how highways and rail are funded and how the current system has crippled transportation in America. There is opportunity NOW with a stimulus package being put together in Washington to demand action from our delegation by using that funding to improve and expand rail and transit systems. To register contact Molly McKay at mollymckay@nationalcorridors.org. For complete details, check out our flyer (See "more info" below).
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Whalers & Lancers Student Art Show
Fri, Jan 09, 2009 to Sat, Jan 24, 2009: Opening reception: 7 PM to 10 PM. Hygienic Art Galleries, 79-83 Bank Street. Third Annual High School Student Art featuring the artworks of students from New London and Waterford High Schools. For more information please contact Jim Stidfole 860-442-4020 or jstidfole@earthlink.net
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Footloose
Sat, Jan 10, 2009 to Sun, Jan 11, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 8 PM Saturday, 2 PM & 6 PM Sunday. When a free-spirited city kid moves to a small town where dancing and rock music are banned, he turns his high school upside down and teaches them that it's no sin to have fun and dance! To the rockin' rhythm of its Oscar-nominated top 40 score to which new, dynamic songs have been added, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.
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Exploration
Sat, Jan 10, 2009 to Sat, Jan 24, 2009: Opening Reception 6 AM-9 PM. Golden Street Gallery, 94 Golden Street. A new year of incredible artwork by the visual art students of the Williams School in New London, CT. Contact 860-444-0659 or goldenstgallery@yahoo.com. Gallery Hours: Thursday & Friday 3 PM-6 PM, and Saturdays 12 PM-8 PM.
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Second Sunday Program
Sun, Jan 11, 2009: 2 PM. Holiday Open House and Volunteer Recognition Reception (Postponed from 12/19/08). New London County Historical Society (NLCHS), Shaw Mansion, 11 Blinman Street. Also, the book launch for "A Useful Friend: A Companion to Joshua Hempstead's Diary 1711-1758" by Patricia Schaefer.
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Aida
Wed, Jan 14, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 7:30 PM. Teatro Lirico d'Europa returns with a stunning production of Verdi's grandest opera, Aida. The company captures the epic power of a tragic, timeless love story set in ancient Egypt & suffused with some of Verdi's most alluring & imposing melodies. More info: 860-444-7373
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Revitalizing Robert Mills Buildings
Thu, Jan 15, 2009: 6:30 PM-8 PM. Third Thursday lecture. Custom House Maritime Museum, 150 Bank Street. Rehabatilating Washington, DC's Hotel Monaco & the New Bedford Custom House, with GSA preservation architect Andrea Mones. Tickets are $6. Admission free to NLMS members.
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Friday Night Folk Concert Series
Fri, Jan 16, 2009: 7:30 PM. All Souls Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Unity Hall, 19 Jay Street. Geoff Kaufman performs with some very special guest performers, VOCO—a quartet of women from L.A. who simply should not be missed! Stompin' rebel-harmony with cello & banjo: Original songs steeped in Appalachia & Eastern Europe. Moira Smiley & VOCO sing powerful, emotional music with lush harmony and the delicious vaudevillian combo of cello, accordion and banjo. Sprinkled throughout their songs are rompin' stompin' body percussion sets—always a show-stopping pleasure. Voted #1 a cappella band in the U.S., the four members of VOCO create post-folk, improvisation-built songs while digging into old Americana and Eastern European sounds. Moira Smiley has been the leader of several incredible groups of women singers over the years, and with VOCO she has put together a piece of magic. Refreshments will be served. General admission $15, Seniors (65+) and Children (16 and under) $8, Families $40 max. Free childcare will be available. Call 860-443-2711 for reservations.
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James Hunter & Ryan Shaw
Sat, Jan 17, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 8 PM. Together Again for the First Time. R&B and sweet soul music never sounded as good, with the buttery voice and rocking Les Paul guitar of British sensation James Hunter, and vocalist Ryan Shaw, the 26 year-old phenomenon from Georgia, redefining the passion and soul of the Golden Age of Rhythm & Blues for a new generation.
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Inauguration Evening Celebration at the Shaw Mansion
Tue, Jan 20, 2009: 6 PM-7:30 PM. Shaw Mansion, 11 Blinman Street, New London. The New London County Historical Society is also planning an evening party to celebrate the inauguration of President Obama. Watch the recorded oath of office and inaugural address on a 50 inch wide-screen TV thanks to Metrocast Communications. In the evening Hawaiian food, cocktails and punch will be featured. A $10 donation is requested for the evening celebration. For information or to make reservations, please call 860-443-1209 or email info@newlondonhistory.org. Don't sit home alone on this historic day—share the event at the historical society. Hawaiian artifacts will be displayed. Elias Perkins, who grew up in the Mansion, lived in Hawaii as a whaling agent through most of the 1850s. If you believe in time travel, perhaps Elias Perkins will make an appearance at the party and share a few thoughts on the Lincoln inauguration.
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Inauguration Day Celebration at the Shaw Mansion
Tue, Jan 20, 2009: 10:30 AM. Shaw Mansion, 11 Blinman Street, New London. The New London County Historical Society is planning a party to celebrate the inauguration of President Obama. View the inauguration prior to noon on a 50 inch wide-screen TV thanks to Metrocast Communications. Obama will give his inaugural address, and then there will be lots of pundits analyzing it while lunch is served in the Capitol. We'll keep track of it all, including the parade. A $5 donation will cover light refreshments during the day. For information or to make reservations, please call 860-443-1209 or email info@newlondonhistory.org. Don't sit home alone on this historic day—share the event at the historical society.
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The Countdown to the One!
Sat, Jan 24, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 8 PM. The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra continues its 2008-2009 concert series. Six sensational finalists auditioning for the permanent position of ECSO Music Director, are featured throughout the season in The Countdown to the One! Elizabeth Schulze conducts a program called "Breaking the Sound Barriers." The performance includes Wagner's Die Meistersinger Overture; Liszt's Piano Concerto No. 2 featuring Kwan Kyu Yi, 2008 ECSO Instrumental Competition Winner; and Mahler's Symphony No. 1 (The Titan). Tickets are available through the ECSO office at 289 State Street or call 860-443-2876 or at the Garde web site.
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Jesus Christ Superstar
Tue, Jan 27, 2009 to Thu, Jan 29, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 7:30 PM. Jesus Christ Superstar, the first masterpiece from the legendary writing team of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, exploded onto the scene in 1971 changing the world of musical theatre forever. With a score of amazing songs - "I Don't Know How to Love Him", "Hosanna", "Everything's Alright", "What's the Buzz", "Superstar", and "Heaven on Their Mind", this original groundbreaking production starring Ted Neeley in the title role and Living Colour's Corey Glover as Judas is as relevant and timeless as ever.
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Guitar Blues
Sat, Jan 31, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 7:30 PM. Guitar Blues features three of the most acclaimed blues players in America today. Guitar Blues brings to the Garde stage three outstanding musicians, each with a unique, personal style and take on the blues. Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jorma Kaukonen, founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna; Ukiah native Robben Ford, four-time Grammy nominee and Yellowjackets founder; and Ruthie Foster, returning to the Garde after her acclaimed appearance with Madeleine Peyroux, will present several shades of the blues in this very special evening of music featuring the wonderful six-stringed instrument that is the heart and soul of the genre.
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Hygienic Art XXX
Sat, Jan 31, 2009 to Sat, Feb 14, 2009: The 30th anniversary of New London's "Salon des Independants" exhibition. No Judge, No Jury, No Fees. All artists are invited to submit one piece. Opening celebration weekend will include Hygienic Art XXX Exhibition opening, rock concerts, cabaret performances, parades, Hootenannies, independent film screenings, & much more. Call 443-8001 for more info.
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Sing-A-Long Mary Poppins
Sat, Feb 07, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 3 PM & 7 PM. Step in time with Mary, Bert, & the gang! Sing along to a restored 35mm print of the classic 1964 film customized with on-screen lyrics, and play along with a complimentary bag of interactive props to complete the interactive experience. This classic musical is a family favorite, brought to life on the giant screen in the historic Garde movie palace. Part of The Day Young & Fun Series.
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Working Tugs in New London
Thu, Feb 19, 2009: 6:30 PM-8 PM. Third Thursday lecture. Jibboom Roundtable. Custom House Maritime Museum, 150 Bank Street. Join us for a lively discussion with area tugboat workers. Tickets are $6. Admission free to NLMS members.
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Sweeney Todd
Fri, Feb 20, 2009 to Sat, Feb 21, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 8 PM Friday, 3 PM & 8 PM Saturday. The legendary demon barber, hell-bent on revenge, takes up with his enterprising neighbor in a delicious plot to slice their way through London's upper crust. Justice will be served—along with lush melody, audacious humor and bloody good thrills..
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The Marriage of Figaro
Thu, Feb 26, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 7:30 PM. The Garde's 2008-2009 opera series concludes with the Mozart Festival Opera's production of Le Nozze Di Figaro. The opera opens on Figaro's wedding day; several years have gone by & Count Almaviva has grown bored in his marriage. Figaro is set to wed Susanna, for whom the Count has wandering eyes... More info: 860-444-7373
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The Countdown to the One!
Sat, Mar 14, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 8 PM. The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra continues its 2008-2009 concert series. Six sensational finalists auditioning for the permanent position of ECSO Music Director, are featured throughout the season in The Countdown to the One! David Commanday, conducts "Bridging the Continental Divide" featuring violin soloist, Stefan Jackiw playing Barber's Violin concerto, Op. 1. Other pieces on the program are: Rossini's Overture to the Barber of Seville; Mozart's Symphony No. 41, K551 in C Major (Jupiter) and Gershwin's An American in Paris. Tickets are available through the ECSO office at 289 State Street or call 860-443-2876 or at the Garde web site.
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The Countdown to the One!
Sat, Apr 04, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 8 PM. The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra continues its 2008-2009 concert series. Six sensational finalists auditioning for the permanent position of ECSO Music Director, are featured throughout the season in The Countdown to the One! "From the Latin to Latin America" will be conducted by Leslie B. Dunner. Dunner conducts the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra & Chorus with the Mystic River Chorale in a performance of Orff's Carmina Burana. Guest soloists are Diana McVey, Brian Cheney and James Rollins. The first half of the program will include Ginastera's Danzas del Ballet "Estancia" and Villa-Lobos Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5. Leslie B. Dunner is in his sixth acclaimed season as Music Director and Principal Conductor of The Joffrey Ballet. Tickets are available through the ECSO office at 289 State Street or call 860-443-2876 or at the Garde web site.
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Moscow Cats Theatre
Sat, Apr 25, 2009: 35 cats! 1 dog! 5 clowns! Death defying balancing acts! Dancing! Acrobatics! The only entertainment of its kind in the world, this colorful & fun-filled family show features non-stop action by a group of talented felines performing original and astounding acrobatic feats. Part of The Day Young & Fun Series at the Garde Arts Center. 3 PM & 7 PM.
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The Countdown to the One!
Sat, May 02, 2009: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street. 8 PM. The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra continues its 2008-2009 concert series. Six sensational finalists auditioning for the permanent position of ECSO Music Director, are featured throughout the season in The Countdown to the One! The season finale performance will be conducted by Sarah Hatsuko Hicks. The program entitled "Russian Fire and Ice" features guest soloist, Andrius Zlabys playing Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No. 3. The other pieces on the program are: Borodin's Polovtsian Dances from Prince Igor; Tchaikovsky's Polonaise and Waltz from Eugene Onegin; and Stravinsky's Firebird Suite (1919). Tickets are available through the ECSO office at 289 State Street or call 860-443-2876 or at the Garde web site.
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Traditions
Sat, Jun 20, 2009: An annual music festival developed by partnering non-profit New London Music Festival, Traditions is an exciting celebration of folk, americana and sea music hosted each June in the Art Park. Each year offers a new exciting line-up. Past performers include Cordelia's Dad, Robbie O'Connell, Serre l'Ecoute, Singing Conquerors, Martin Grosswendt, Lake Street Dive, Ida Red, Geoff Kauffman, Roberts & Barrand, Jeff Warner, and Craig Edwards.
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Hygienic Outdoor Art Bizarre/Bazaar
Fri, Jul 10, 2009 to Sun, Jul 12, 2009: Created in 2004, the Hygienic Outdoor Art Bizarre/Bazaar works in conjunction with New London's SailFest to provide a venue for artists and crafters to display and sell their works. We are in our fourth year and going strong!
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