Paintings and collages created by Peekskill artist Monique Brideau since moving into The Lofts on Main in February, 2021. Monique is a lifelong Hudson Valley resident who recently restarted her art practice after several years on hiatus. She attended the Post Baccalaureate Art Program at Brandeis University and earned her MFA in Painting at Boston […]
Welcome to the “Arc of the Moral Universe” notebooks! Over 40 notebooks reveal the musings, passions, concerns, and dreams of artists, writers, and creative thinkers who share your world. Displayed in the Field Library Gallery so that you can browse through each page. These notebooks are beautiful, personal, insightful, and thought-provoking. Curator/"Arc-ivist,” Carla Rae Johnson […]
Art Talk with Larry D’Amico Stanley Whitney and Sol LeWitt. These two could not be more divergent in their approaches to painting but both result in a celebration of color well worth exploring. Stanley Whitney: TwentyTwenty through Dec. 18, 2021 at Lisson Gallery, 504 W 24th St., NYC Strict Beauty: Sol LeWitt Prints through Jan. […]
Discover unique holiday gifts from the local artists and makers of the Northeast Etsy Artists Collective! Meet the artists and support their local small businesses by purchasing fine quality handmade products including beaded jewelry, all-natural soaps and skincare, fabric-covered journals, knitwear, whimsical collage art and greeting cards, soy candles, macrame, body oils, mixed media wall […]
Through centuries of art, much of it now in East Coast museums, we'll explore how a Turkish bishop evolved into one of Christianity's most beloved saints. Then in American artwork, we'll see Nicholas change again - into Santa Claus. This virtual talk will be presented by art historian and lecturer Dr. Michael Norris. Hosted on […]
Love comics but don’t know where to start? Try this class! Learn how to write, design, and illustrate your own comic strip. Together we’ll discover how to use words and pictures to tell stories and establish a daily practice for making comics. Presented by Rebecca Pitts of The Pop-Up Comics Lab. To register, copy and […]
Visit magnificently decorated conservatories and mansions and beautifully lit gardens during the holiday season in this special virtual event. Includes Longwood Gardens, Winterthur, Blithewold, Heritage Museums, and Gardens, and others. Presented by Jana Milbocker of Enchanted Gardens. Hosted on Zoom. This program is a collaboration between The Field Library of Peekskill and Warner Library of […]
Using a vintage apple basket lid, Risa Getman, owner of Hudson Valley Vintage, will lead participants in painting a fun snowman to create a fabulous seasonal wreath. Wreaths measure 14” to 18” around. The class will be held at the library, with Risa on Zoom. Registration begins November 30. A materials fee of $6 is […]
Art Talk with Larry D’Amico American Weathervanes: The Art of the Winds at the American Folk Art Museum, NYC (through Jan. 2, 2022) Weathervanes are a form of art, design and public sculpture. This is the first exhibition in more than four decades to highlight the beauty, historical significance and technical virtuosity of American vanes […]
Are there connections between Christmas and the ancient Roman winter festival of Saturnalia? Archeologist Marisa Horowitz-Jaffe (Museums with Marisa) will explain how the two might be related in this special holiday Zoom event. Registration required. To register, copy and paste this link into your browser: https://bit.ly/3qFyPyx.
Have tons of projects but no one to craft with? Connect with others in this free online craft circle. Bring a project you've been working on or one you've been meaning to start and enjoy some conversation with others in the same boat. Don't have a project yet? Join in and get some ideas! To […]
Join host Kacey Morabito Grean as she introduces you to a group of healers who will have you participating in your own health and wellness. There are several Zoom sessions including two yoga classes from Peekskill's PranaMoon Yoga. Each lesson and practice is designed to bring more light into your life for the new year. […]
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