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What's on tap with sandwich arts alliance
A variety of visual, performing, and literary programs and events on tap throughout the season
Sandwich Arts Alliance (SAA), an artist-driven nonprofit organization supporting the region’s arts and artists, presents a fall events season featuring visual, performing, and literary arts events and programs, serving the Cape Cod community, at 130 Main Street, (Sandwich Historic Town Hall) Sandwich and other community venues. SAA is home to a beautiful art gallery, gift shop, and bookstore, featuring the works of local and regional artists in gallery openings, exhibits and special events. Visitors are welcome to attend the openings or view the works on display during business hours.
For more information call (774) 338-5201 or continue browsing this website.
T H I N G S T O D O :
What’s on Tap with Sandwich Arts Alliance
A variety of visual, performing, and literary programs and events
on tap throughout the season
SANDWICH, MA Issued October 30, 2023… Sandwich Arts Alliance (SAA), an artist-driven nonprofit organization supporting the region’s arts and artists, presents a spring events season featuring visual, performing, and literary arts events and programs, serving the Cape Cod community, at 130 Main Street, Sandwich and other community venues. SAA is home to a beautiful art gallery, gift shop, and bookstore, featuring the works of local and regional artists in gallery openings, exhibits and special events. Visitors are welcome to attend the openings or view the works on display during business hours. For more information, visit sandwichartsalliance.org.
~ Upcoming Schedule of Events and Programs ~
The New England Brass Band
A Night of Holiday Musical Brilliance
Saturday, December 9, 7:00-9:00 pm
Historic Town Hall, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
$25/pp
https://www.newenglandbrassband.org/
The mission of the New England Brass Band (NEBB) is to create a challenging environment for accomplished musicians, to celebrate and preserve the unique British Brass Band sound and share the results of our passion with the community through performances, education, and outreach.As a nonprofit organization, musicians are all volunteers who share a common passion for creating music in the British Brass Band style. Each member pays annual ‘dues’ and covers all costs associated with their participation. Don't let the volunteer nature of our ensemble fool you, though! NEBB strives for the highest standards of musical performance, led by world-renowned Music Director, Terry Everson.
Sandwich Chamber Village Stroll
Sunday, December 10, 12:00-4:30 pm
Visit Us At Historic Town Hall, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
https://www.sandwichartsalliance.org/
The 2nd Annual Sandwich Village Stroll takes place on Sunday December 10th, 12pm to 4:30pm. Explore charming Main Street, Jarves Street, and Route 6A where you will experience Merchant Open Houses, Family Fun, Music and Dance performances in front of the Belfry Inn, all while savoring delicious food and libations in the historic downtown of Sandwich.
Classes & Workshops:
Acrylic Painting Exploration
with Peggy Richard
Thursdays, Nov. 9, 16, 30; Dec. 14, 28, 12:30-3:30 PM
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$150 members/$175 non-members
https://www.sandwichartsalliance.org/119-1228-acrylic-painting-exploration.html
This class welcomes students of all levels. Come explore the diversity of acrylic paint, in a fun and cooperative setting! Each week through observation, guided instruction, and hands-on experimentation we will begin a new painting challenge. By the end of this class, you will take away 5 paintings, a set of skills and some new found confidence! Materials list available on the SAA website registration page.
Needle Felting Ornaments Workshop
with Isabel Stearns
Wednesday, November 16, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$40 members/$50 non-members; supplies included
https://www.sandwichartsalliance.org/1116-needle-felting-ornaments-workshop.html
At this workshop you'll be introduced to the basic techniques involved in needle felting. Together we will make ornaments such as stars and gingerbread ornaments. A fun workshop for all levels. All materials are included. Isabel was introduced to felting as a child attending the Waldorf School of Cape Cod and later rediscovered felting as a therapeutic art form. Today inspired by her environment, Isabel crafts for the love of it!
Festive Lighthouses: Watercolor/Mixed Mediap
with Leonie Little-Lex
Wednesday, November 29, 10:00-1:30 pm
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$70 members/$75 non-members; $20 materials fee
11/29 Festive Lighthouses in Watercolor Mixed-Media - Sandwich Arts Alliance
We will look at different silhouettes and styles of lighthouses, and the various ways artists have depicted them through the years. Learn a few tricks for adding festive touches like wreaths, falling snow, and starry skies. This workshop will cover how to render light and illumination, creating a strong composition in your work, and more.
Whales & Ocean Scenes: Watercolor/Mixed Mediap
with Leonie Little-Lex
Wednesday, December 6, 10:00-1:00 pm
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$70 members/$75 non-members; $20 materials fee
12/6 Drawing and Watercolor Mixed-Media Workshop: Whales and Ocean Scenes - Sandwich Arts Alliance
Cape Cod is famous for its visiting whale population, come learn how to draw and paint these gentle giants of the sea. The first part of the workshop will focus on capturing their basic shapes, unique characteristics, and personalities. In the second part we will transfer your favorite drawing to watercolor paper and use mixed-media techniques to create a beautiful, full-color painting! Students will be able to try a variety of mediums and learn how they work in combination with one another. No drawing or painting experience required.
Creative Crescendo
with Michael Berndt and Bridgette Salvon-Berndt
Tuesday, January 9, 1:00-4:00 pm
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$55 members/$65 non-members; includes supplies
1/9 Creative Crescendo - Sandwich Arts Alliance
The purpose of this exploratory workshop will be to investigate ways to develop and strengthen creativity in visual arts by experimenting and interacting with different types of music. Think of it as a workout for your brain rather than your body! The intention of this workshop is not to produce a finished piece or to teach a specific technique, but rather to develop a pathway to increase creativity and develop new ways of thinking about our art.
Visual Arts:
Sandwich Arts Alliance’s Visual Arts group is comprised of creative people of all ages, interests, and abilities, creating visual art in any two- or three-dimensional media. The group’s goal is to aesthetically enrich and develop the Sandwich community’s appreciation for the visual arts through workshops, demonstrations, openings, exhibits, and sales year-round. Members’ artwork is displayed at town venues, in “pop-up” art shows, art auctions and is sold at SAA’s in-house gift shop and online store. For more information, please contact Richard Muccini at rmuccini@aol.com, or Tony Donovan at tony@asdonovan.com.
Exhibits:
Exhibits by SAA Members in our gallery and at community venues
on view during business hours, and are also viewable online at our website
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center’s Gallery
130 Main Street, Sandwich
Holiday Small Works: Nov 15-Jan 30, Tues-Sat., 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Sandwich Public Library, 142 Main Street, Sandwich
Nov 7-Dec 5 – Artist Arlene Weibel
Dec 5-Jan 2 – Gayle Morrow
Fishermen's View Restaurant, 20 Freezer Rd, Sandwich
SAA artists exhibit works for sale on a rotating basis
Performing Arts:
Sandwich Arts Alliance’s Performing Arts Group brings together professionals and amateurs who enjoy the magic of performance of all kinds and styles – music, dance, theater, storytelling, opera, and stagecraft. For more information, please contact Melinda Gallant at melinda_gallant@verizon.net.
New England Brass Band Holiday Concert
New England's Premier Brass Band "In the British Tradition"
Saturday, 12/9, 7 pm
The Glass Town Stage, Historic Town Hall, 130 Main Street, Sandwich, Tickets: $25
https://www.newenglandbrassband.org/
The mission of the New England Brass Band (NEBB) is to create a challenging environment for accomplished musicians, to celebrate and preserve the unique British Brass Band sound and share the results of our passion with the community through performances, education, and outreach. NEBB strives for the highest standards of musical performance, led by world-renowned Music Director, Terry Everson.
Literary Arts:
Sandwich Arts Alliance’s Literary Arts Group supports writers by developing writing skills, promoting sales, facilitating contacts, an information exchange, and in peer relationships. Our local authors’ books are sold online and in the gallery bookshop. For more information, please contact Donna Harrison at donnaharrison@icloud.com
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Writer’s Networkng: Thursdays, November 16, December 21, January 18, 11 am to 12 noon
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
This exchange, open to all, is held on the third Thursday of each month. It offers a variety of programs from speakers to casual, convivial information exchanges on writing and publishing.
A Gathering of Poets: Tuesdays, November 21, December 19, January 16, 2:00 to 3:00 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
A supportive and informative poetry critique group, meeting monthly on third Tuesdays, All are welcome. Attendees read their poems aloud each session, consider suggestions, and make observations.
The Writers' Critique Group: Thursdays, November 2 and 16, December 7 and 21, January 4 and 18,
1:00 to 2:00 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
This group of writers meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month. A chapter of a current project is emailed to members of the group, read, and critiqued, and brought to the meeting where it is read aloud and further discussed. Supportive, encouraging, and informative. All are welcome.
Children’s Book Writers: Thursdays, November 30, December 28, January 25, 1:00 to 2:00 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
This is a new group of writers who want to publish children’s books. We will bring our latest work to read aloud and receive comments and suggestions.
Your Daily Practice Writers Group: Wednesdays, November 1 and 15, December 6 and 20, January 3 and 17, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
This new group meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. For writers desiring to establish a daily practice, encouragement and accountability.
Sandwich Arts Alliance is pleased to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program; inquire at info@sandwichartsalliance.org about available discounts and more information.
About Sandwich Arts Alliance
Founded in 2015, Sandwich Arts Alliance (SAA) is an artist-driven nonprofit organization supporting the arts and artists – serving as a platform for new works, cultivating the creative economy, and culturally enriching the Sandwich and greater Cape Cod communities.
Sandwich Arts Alliance is comprised of four groups that meet regularly: Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Literary Arts and Friends of the Arts. Membership is open to all artists and friends residing in Sandwich and beyond. As part of its mission, SAA collaborates with other nonprofit and community-based organizations to help promote a wide variety of cultural programming. SAA’s goal is to identify and support all local artists through a resource database, providing greater exposure and opportunities for fellow artist networking.
The Sandwich Arts Alliance Center’s offerings include a gallery of original art, art classes for artists of all ages, books by local writers, a gift shop for year-round shopping, and performances throughout the year. SAA’s Gallery, located at 130 Main Street, Sandwich, is open to the public weekly from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm. For membership, class, exhibit, performance and exhibit information, call 774-338-5201, email info@sandwichartsalliance.org, or visit sandwichartsalliance.org, where an online store is also available. For the latest on Sandwich Arts Alliance, follow its social media platforms on Facebook and Instagram.
SAA’s Gallery, located at 130 Main Street, Sandwich, (Sandwich Historic Town Hall) is open to the public weekly from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm. For membership, class, exhibit, performance and exhibit information, call 774-338-5201, email info@sandwichartsalliance.org, or visit sandwichartsalliance.org, where an online store is also available.
For more information call (774) 338-5201 or continue browsing this website.
T H I N G S T O D O :
What’s on Tap with Sandwich Arts Alliance
A variety of visual, performing, and literary programs and events
on tap throughout the season
SANDWICH, MA Issued October 30, 2023… Sandwich Arts Alliance (SAA), an artist-driven nonprofit organization supporting the region’s arts and artists, presents a spring events season featuring visual, performing, and literary arts events and programs, serving the Cape Cod community, at 130 Main Street, Sandwich and other community venues. SAA is home to a beautiful art gallery, gift shop, and bookstore, featuring the works of local and regional artists in gallery openings, exhibits and special events. Visitors are welcome to attend the openings or view the works on display during business hours. For more information, visit sandwichartsalliance.org.
~ Upcoming Schedule of Events and Programs ~
The New England Brass Band
A Night of Holiday Musical Brilliance
Saturday, December 9, 7:00-9:00 pm
Historic Town Hall, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
$25/pp
https://www.newenglandbrassband.org/
The mission of the New England Brass Band (NEBB) is to create a challenging environment for accomplished musicians, to celebrate and preserve the unique British Brass Band sound and share the results of our passion with the community through performances, education, and outreach.As a nonprofit organization, musicians are all volunteers who share a common passion for creating music in the British Brass Band style. Each member pays annual ‘dues’ and covers all costs associated with their participation. Don't let the volunteer nature of our ensemble fool you, though! NEBB strives for the highest standards of musical performance, led by world-renowned Music Director, Terry Everson.
Sandwich Chamber Village Stroll
Sunday, December 10, 12:00-4:30 pm
Visit Us At Historic Town Hall, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
https://www.sandwichartsalliance.org/
The 2nd Annual Sandwich Village Stroll takes place on Sunday December 10th, 12pm to 4:30pm. Explore charming Main Street, Jarves Street, and Route 6A where you will experience Merchant Open Houses, Family Fun, Music and Dance performances in front of the Belfry Inn, all while savoring delicious food and libations in the historic downtown of Sandwich.
Classes & Workshops:
Acrylic Painting Exploration
with Peggy Richard
Thursdays, Nov. 9, 16, 30; Dec. 14, 28, 12:30-3:30 PM
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$150 members/$175 non-members
https://www.sandwichartsalliance.org/119-1228-acrylic-painting-exploration.html
This class welcomes students of all levels. Come explore the diversity of acrylic paint, in a fun and cooperative setting! Each week through observation, guided instruction, and hands-on experimentation we will begin a new painting challenge. By the end of this class, you will take away 5 paintings, a set of skills and some new found confidence! Materials list available on the SAA website registration page.
Needle Felting Ornaments Workshop
with Isabel Stearns
Wednesday, November 16, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$40 members/$50 non-members; supplies included
https://www.sandwichartsalliance.org/1116-needle-felting-ornaments-workshop.html
At this workshop you'll be introduced to the basic techniques involved in needle felting. Together we will make ornaments such as stars and gingerbread ornaments. A fun workshop for all levels. All materials are included. Isabel was introduced to felting as a child attending the Waldorf School of Cape Cod and later rediscovered felting as a therapeutic art form. Today inspired by her environment, Isabel crafts for the love of it!
Festive Lighthouses: Watercolor/Mixed Mediap
with Leonie Little-Lex
Wednesday, November 29, 10:00-1:30 pm
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$70 members/$75 non-members; $20 materials fee
11/29 Festive Lighthouses in Watercolor Mixed-Media - Sandwich Arts Alliance
We will look at different silhouettes and styles of lighthouses, and the various ways artists have depicted them through the years. Learn a few tricks for adding festive touches like wreaths, falling snow, and starry skies. This workshop will cover how to render light and illumination, creating a strong composition in your work, and more.
Whales & Ocean Scenes: Watercolor/Mixed Mediap
with Leonie Little-Lex
Wednesday, December 6, 10:00-1:00 pm
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$70 members/$75 non-members; $20 materials fee
12/6 Drawing and Watercolor Mixed-Media Workshop: Whales and Ocean Scenes - Sandwich Arts Alliance
Cape Cod is famous for its visiting whale population, come learn how to draw and paint these gentle giants of the sea. The first part of the workshop will focus on capturing their basic shapes, unique characteristics, and personalities. In the second part we will transfer your favorite drawing to watercolor paper and use mixed-media techniques to create a beautiful, full-color painting! Students will be able to try a variety of mediums and learn how they work in combination with one another. No drawing or painting experience required.
Creative Crescendo
with Michael Berndt and Bridgette Salvon-Berndt
Tuesday, January 9, 1:00-4:00 pm
130 Main Street, Sandwich
$55 members/$65 non-members; includes supplies
1/9 Creative Crescendo - Sandwich Arts Alliance
The purpose of this exploratory workshop will be to investigate ways to develop and strengthen creativity in visual arts by experimenting and interacting with different types of music. Think of it as a workout for your brain rather than your body! The intention of this workshop is not to produce a finished piece or to teach a specific technique, but rather to develop a pathway to increase creativity and develop new ways of thinking about our art.
Visual Arts:
Sandwich Arts Alliance’s Visual Arts group is comprised of creative people of all ages, interests, and abilities, creating visual art in any two- or three-dimensional media. The group’s goal is to aesthetically enrich and develop the Sandwich community’s appreciation for the visual arts through workshops, demonstrations, openings, exhibits, and sales year-round. Members’ artwork is displayed at town venues, in “pop-up” art shows, art auctions and is sold at SAA’s in-house gift shop and online store. For more information, please contact Richard Muccini at rmuccini@aol.com, or Tony Donovan at tony@asdonovan.com.
Exhibits:
Exhibits by SAA Members in our gallery and at community venues
on view during business hours, and are also viewable online at our website
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center’s Gallery
130 Main Street, Sandwich
Holiday Small Works: Nov 15-Jan 30, Tues-Sat., 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Sandwich Public Library, 142 Main Street, Sandwich
Nov 7-Dec 5 – Artist Arlene Weibel
Dec 5-Jan 2 – Gayle Morrow
Fishermen's View Restaurant, 20 Freezer Rd, Sandwich
SAA artists exhibit works for sale on a rotating basis
Performing Arts:
Sandwich Arts Alliance’s Performing Arts Group brings together professionals and amateurs who enjoy the magic of performance of all kinds and styles – music, dance, theater, storytelling, opera, and stagecraft. For more information, please contact Melinda Gallant at melinda_gallant@verizon.net.
New England Brass Band Holiday Concert
New England's Premier Brass Band "In the British Tradition"
Saturday, 12/9, 7 pm
The Glass Town Stage, Historic Town Hall, 130 Main Street, Sandwich, Tickets: $25
https://www.newenglandbrassband.org/
The mission of the New England Brass Band (NEBB) is to create a challenging environment for accomplished musicians, to celebrate and preserve the unique British Brass Band sound and share the results of our passion with the community through performances, education, and outreach. NEBB strives for the highest standards of musical performance, led by world-renowned Music Director, Terry Everson.
Literary Arts:
Sandwich Arts Alliance’s Literary Arts Group supports writers by developing writing skills, promoting sales, facilitating contacts, an information exchange, and in peer relationships. Our local authors’ books are sold online and in the gallery bookshop. For more information, please contact Donna Harrison at donnaharrison@icloud.com
.
Writer’s Networkng: Thursdays, November 16, December 21, January 18, 11 am to 12 noon
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
This exchange, open to all, is held on the third Thursday of each month. It offers a variety of programs from speakers to casual, convivial information exchanges on writing and publishing.
A Gathering of Poets: Tuesdays, November 21, December 19, January 16, 2:00 to 3:00 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
A supportive and informative poetry critique group, meeting monthly on third Tuesdays, All are welcome. Attendees read their poems aloud each session, consider suggestions, and make observations.
The Writers' Critique Group: Thursdays, November 2 and 16, December 7 and 21, January 4 and 18,
1:00 to 2:00 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
This group of writers meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month. A chapter of a current project is emailed to members of the group, read, and critiqued, and brought to the meeting where it is read aloud and further discussed. Supportive, encouraging, and informative. All are welcome.
Children’s Book Writers: Thursdays, November 30, December 28, January 25, 1:00 to 2:00 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
This is a new group of writers who want to publish children’s books. We will bring our latest work to read aloud and receive comments and suggestions.
Your Daily Practice Writers Group: Wednesdays, November 1 and 15, December 6 and 20, January 3 and 17, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
This new group meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. For writers desiring to establish a daily practice, encouragement and accountability.
Sandwich Arts Alliance is pleased to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program; inquire at info@sandwichartsalliance.org about available discounts and more information.
About Sandwich Arts Alliance
Founded in 2015, Sandwich Arts Alliance (SAA) is an artist-driven nonprofit organization supporting the arts and artists – serving as a platform for new works, cultivating the creative economy, and culturally enriching the Sandwich and greater Cape Cod communities.
Sandwich Arts Alliance is comprised of four groups that meet regularly: Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Literary Arts and Friends of the Arts. Membership is open to all artists and friends residing in Sandwich and beyond. As part of its mission, SAA collaborates with other nonprofit and community-based organizations to help promote a wide variety of cultural programming. SAA’s goal is to identify and support all local artists through a resource database, providing greater exposure and opportunities for fellow artist networking.
The Sandwich Arts Alliance Center’s offerings include a gallery of original art, art classes for artists of all ages, books by local writers, a gift shop for year-round shopping, and performances throughout the year. SAA’s Gallery, located at 130 Main Street, Sandwich, is open to the public weekly from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm. For membership, class, exhibit, performance and exhibit information, call 774-338-5201, email info@sandwichartsalliance.org, or visit sandwichartsalliance.org, where an online store is also available. For the latest on Sandwich Arts Alliance, follow its social media platforms on Facebook and Instagram.
SAA’s Gallery, located at 130 Main Street, Sandwich, (Sandwich Historic Town Hall) is open to the public weekly from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm. For membership, class, exhibit, performance and exhibit information, call 774-338-5201, email info@sandwichartsalliance.org, or visit sandwichartsalliance.org, where an online store is also available.