Friday, November 14
Lyman Allyn’s Art After Dark combines art and entertainment!
Mix and mingle with fellow art lovers and enjoy a good time around music, art, light bites, and drinks.
Time: 6 – 9 pm
Cost: $20 members / $25 non-members
(21+ event, includes two drink tickets & art materials)
or RSVP to 860.443.2545 ext. 2129.
Join us for a fun evening that includes:
- Live DJ performance by DJ BenJammin in the library
- Open studio with drop-in art workshop
- Art trivia hunt with prizes
- Raffle drawing with gifts from local businesses
- Food for purchase from local food truck
- Plus, see the variety of exhibitions on view!
Questions? Email us.
Above image: Allison Gildersleeve, Three Part Invention, oil and acrylic on canvas, 55 x 86 inches.
Allison Gildersleeve: Here Somewhere will be on view Oct. 11 – Jan. 4.
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