Upcoming Events
Uncover Your Inner Creativity February 9 at 5:00 pm
February 16 at 4:00 pm
March 1 at 4:00 pm
March 9 at 4:00 pm
Finally, an artistic activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities!
In the Japanese art of SAORI weaving there are no "mistakes," just "happy accidents."
A relaxing, stress-free way to create a winter scarf or holiday gift. No experience necessary. Classes limited to 4 per session - don't miss out! Instructor: Katie Stark
Cost: $80 (includes supplies). Partial scholarships may be available.
Singh Performance Center, 1st Floor, 60 Douglas Road, Whitinsville, MA
For more information or to register: (508) 266-6520 | Cristi.Collari@alternativesnet.org
Sundays in the City with Carlos - Photography Group February 12th & 26th
March 11th & 25th
April 1st & 22nd Sponsored by Alternatives Arts & Culture Program
Bringing people together in the community!
Participants will learn different techniques with a hands-on approach under the instruction of professional photographer Carlos Anderson of Panama Photos 101.
Join us Sunday afternoons beginning at 2:00 PM at Alternatives, 454 Grove St., Worcester.
Registration includes Group critiques, Technique demonstration, CD processing, Transportation to and from shooting locations and entrance fees when applicable. Other possibilities include Project involvement, Exhibit/contest entries and networking opportunities!
Although it is not a requirement, we encourage you to bring along a camera (automatic/manual) if you have access to one. A limited numberof cameras will be made available for use during class sessions; however, they may need to be shared with a partner depending on class size.
Registration Information:
A $40 registration fee applies and is payable upon registration.
Please make check or money orders payable to: "Alternatives Arts & Culture Program".
Register by contacting Michelle Benjamin at (508)552-0270 or email michelle.benjamin@alternativesnet.org.
Please mail registration fee to: Michelle Benjamin, Alternatives, 454 Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605.
Fine Arts Classes for Adults Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:30 am Fine Arts classes for adults are being offered in 6-week sessions at The Artist Palette, the Mill - Douglas Rd., Whitinsville. Next session begins December 7.
For more information, contact Pamela White-Murphy at (508) 278-3789; Alternatives members contact Michelle Benjamin (508) 552-0270 or michelle.benjamin@alternativesnet.org
"Flakes!" - Apple Tree Arts Saturday February 18 7:00 PM & Sunday February 19 2:00 PM A mini, youth musical performed by children
grades 1-4. A big blizzard is on the way as a cool
bunch of jazzy, finger-snappin' snowflakes take center stage!
Singh Performance Center, Alternatives' Whitin Mill, 60 Douglas Road, Whitinsville, MA
Tickets at the door: Adults $5 - Students & Seniors $3 Children 4 & under free
The Savannah Disputation by Evan Smith Opening Reception: February 3 at 6:00 - 7:15 PM February 3, 4, 10, 11 at 7:30 PM
February 5, 12 at 2:00 PM
Presented by 4th Wall Productions and ValleyCAST
Directed by Frank Bartucca
An evening of wit, theology, and plenty of laughs!
Singh Performance Center, Alternatives' Whitin Mill
60 Douglas Road, Whitinsville, MA
Tickets $15 per person
For tickets and information contact Frank Bartucca at
774-262-5675 or 4thwallstagecompany@gmail.com
Gary Armour - A Retrospective Opening Reception: February 4 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM Paintings, drawings and other media
Alternatives' Community Gallery
5 South Main Street
Uxbridge, MA
Exhibit runs through March 25
Gallery Hours M-F 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Images in My Life - Paintings by Jerry Aissis Through February 24th "I enjoy capturing moments in time, moments that are a part of my life." - Jerry Aissis Exhibit continues through February 24th. Gallery hours: M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm - Evenings and weekends by appointment.
Monday Night Art Exploration Workshop Jan - May 2012 For beginning and intermediate art enthusiasts
Encouragement Books
Jan. 23rd, 30th & Feb. 6th
7:30- 9 PM
Build a book of encouraging thoughts and visuals. Students should bring in "theme" pieces (poem, lyrics, pictures, etc.) of which to work around.
Valentine's Day-Night
Feb. 13th 7 - 9 PM
An evening full of all things Valentine's! Create cards and more while enjoying some yummy Valentine's treats!
Oil Pastel Landscapes
Feb. 27th & Mar. 5th 7:30 - 9 PM
Create landscapes with basic building structures from a variety of backgrounds.
Block Printing
Mar. 12th, 19th & 26th 7:30 - 9 PM
Come learn the printing method of the old masters. Draw your masterpiece in blocks and create beautiful prints of your own!
Decoupage Eggs & Basket
Apr. 2nd 7 - 9 PM
This spring liven up your basket with decoupage designs! Flowers, stripes, solids or plaids... make your basket reflect your unique personality.
Paper Mosaics
Apr. 16th, 23rd& 30th 7:30 - 9 PM
Be inspired as you begin to see colors differently all around you. Using just portions of photos and magazines, turn your idea into a beautiful mosaic collage.
Origami
May 7th & 21st 7:30 - 9 PM
Explore a variety of papers and patterns to make folded creations of your own.
Workshops held at the Creative Communications Art Studio
12 Cricklewood Dr., Leicester
A $20 Registration fee applies for each project listed
(not for each day a class meets), and includes all materials.
Whenever possible, please register at least one week prior to each project.
Contact Michelle at (508)552-0270 or michelle.benjamin@alternativesnet.org
Alternatives provides services to individuals with disabilities throughout Central Massachusetts and sponsors community activities that people of all abilities can enjoy together.
Art for Everyone
paper illustration: a children's short story February 27 & 29 and March 5, 7, 12 & 14
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Mondays and Wednesdays
(March 16th & 19th are snow make-up days, if needed.)
Participants will learn illustration techniques through paper craft. Each participant will take a different part of the same classic children's tale for the theme of their project. Later, everyone's artwork will be photographed and made into a compilation artistic storybook that will be reproduced for others to enjoy as well. All participants will take home their own original, hand-crafted artwork.
Please note: Participants should be at least 15 years old. All tools are supplied, but you may bring your own tools and equipment if you choose. Cutting tools are sharp, paper shreds and glue can get messy, so please remember to dress appropriately. Everyone is asked to bring an open mind and an open heart and a willingness to get messy!
60 Douglas Road, Whitinsville, MA
Registration includes: all materials, lots of fun and a positive environment!
A $40 registration fee applies and is payable upon registration.
Please make check or money order payable to:
"Alternatives Arts & Culture Program"
Please mail registration fee and sign-up form below to:
Michelle Benjamin, Coordinator
Alternatives Arts & Culture Program 454 Grove St. Worcester, MA 01605
For questions, please contact Michelle Benjamin
by phone: (508)552-0270 or email: michelle.benjamin@alternativesnet.org
Tuesdays With Morrie March 2, 3, 9, 10 at 8:00 PM & March 11 at 2:00 PM
By Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom
Based on the Book by Mitch Albom
Pilgrim Soul Productions - 2012 Season Opener
Directed by Matthew J. Carr
"An old man, a young man, and life's greatest lesson..."
"Unforgettable!" -NY Magazine
Singh Performance Center, Alternatives' Whitin Mill
60 Douglas Road, Whitinsville, MA
Tickets $15 or for Groups of 10 or more $12
For more information call: 508-752-0224 or email:
pilgrimsoulproductions@gmail.com or Tom.Saupe@alternativesnet.org
Infinite Possibilities Group (I.P.G.) Comic Book Project
We're looking for individuals with disabilities to work with Worcester State University students in developing a comic book about the issues people with disabilities face every day. Participants will learn the process of making a comic book from start to finish as we develop it together. No experience with art and/or formal writing is required to participate.
Limited seating. No registration fee, but an Application for Participation Package must be completed.
For more information, click here.
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