Monthly Archives: July 2011

pick of the week: Art al Fresco

Posted on July 28, 2011 by

When was the last time you came upon something so striking it literally took your breath away?  For me, it was last week, on the lower level of the Rogers Free Library in Bristol.  I had just shepherded my children … Continue reading →

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How to Recognize a Good Education

Posted on July 22, 2011 by

“I soon learned a basic truth about the arts: students involved in arts education are learning about things far beyond the art they study.” -Rafe Esquith, Teach Like Your Hair’s On Fire This weekend marks the midpoint of summer vacation … Continue reading →

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sometimes an invitation gets you through the door

Posted on July 19, 2011 by

I don’t know how I missed this little gem, from one of my family’s most adored children’s book author/illustrators, Peter Reynolds.  But now that I’ve found it, I couldn’t wait to share it with you, because sometimes we just need … Continue reading →

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pick of the week: Warren Art Festival

Posted on July 14, 2011 by

Wander around Burr’s Hill Park in Warren this weekend for the 20th annual Warren Art Festival.  Dozens of artists will be displaying their work, and three artist’s demonstrations are planned.  Oh, and there’ll be great seafood and music, too, since … Continue reading →

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BIG Art Stroll Sunday

Posted on July 9, 2011 by

The Bristol Independent Galleries (BIG) are hosting an Art Stroll this Sunday from noon ’til 5pm.  Meandering along the shady streets of downtown Bristol, and stopping here and there to see some lovely art, sounds like a blissful break from … Continue reading →

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