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SUMMARY:MICAfest: The M/otherlode Closing Celebration
DESCRIPTION:MICAfest: The M/otherlode Closing Celebration\nMICAfest: The M/otherlode Closing Celebration \nJoin us for an unforgettable night of art\, connection\, and celebration as we bid farewell to MICAfest 2024! \nExperience the magic one last time: \n\nLast Chance to View Art: Explore the captivating visual art exhibitions before they’re gone.\nMoving Poetry: Immerse yourself in powerful poetry readings by Jen Jabaily-Blackburn and Toni Rose.\nInteractive Conversation: Engage in a thought-provoking discussion about motherhood\, art\, and collaboration.\nLive Music:Toe-tapping beats to the soulful sounds of Christa Joy and the Honeybees.\n\nThis is your final opportunity to celebrate the diverse voices of m/other artists and the transformative power of art. Don’t miss out! \nSchedule: \n6:30 PM: Doors Open for Art Showcase \n7:00 PM – Performances Begin \nCome celebrate the end of a fantastic festival\, connect with the vibrant MICAfest community\, and support the important work of m/other artists! \nArtists in Conversations: \nVanessa Adel\, Haile Eshe Cole\, and more! \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Toni Rose (aka Toni ‘Blue’ Rose) \nExperience raw and powerful poetry from an artist and activist who paints heart-wrenching truths with words. Toni Rose shares unflinching poems about the challenges of raising a black man as a single mother\, the fight for survival\, and the power of healing through art. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Jen Jabaily-Blackburn: \nPrepare for a journey of transformation and myth as Jen Jabaily-Blackburn shares poems from her forthcoming collection\, “Girl in a Bear Suit.” The collection explores motherhood through personal reflections and reinterpretations of the Callisto myth. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Christa Joy \nImmerse yourself in the vibrant Americana sounds of Christa Joy and the Honeybees. Their music blends classic honky-tonk with soulful ballads\, creating a captivating soundtrack for this celebratory evening. Get ready to tap your toes and feel the energy as you experience their critically acclaimed album “Get On\, Heart!” and a sneak peek at their upcoming work. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Questions about tickets?\nFor ticketing support\, please email us at hello@experiencemica.org.\n			\n				Tickets Now Available on Eventbrite\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				MICAfest is a truly unique celebration. If you know of anywhere else doing a month-long festival supporting\, spotlighting\, and bringing into the conversation 80 m/other artists\, please let us know! Seriously. \nM/others Institute for Collaboration and Art (MICA) is a mother-led\, Western Massachusetts organization strictly dedicated to supporting m/other artists. Your contributions as a paying ticket member are a ticket to saying\, yes\, I support artist m/others. As a small organization\, we appreciate the support of people like you. We thank you for making a tax-deductible donation to MICA to support m/other artists.
URL:https://experiencemica.org/event/micafest-the-m-otherlode/
LOCATION:Northampton Center for the Arts\, 33 Hawley Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Bash,Art Reception,Artist Celebration,Artist Tak,Celebration,Cocktail Party,Exhibitions,Fundraiser,Gala,Music,Northampton Center for the Arts,Single Ticketed Event,Visual Art Exhibit
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SUMMARY:MICA Mother’s Day Artist Bash: Poetry\, Jazz\, and Mingling at 33 Hawley
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed. We will be providing an update later. We are disappointed by this. Let us know if you want to meet up elsewhere!\n\n\nMother’s Day MICA Artist Bash\nForget the brunch buffet! Celebrate Mother’s Day with a rebellious twist at the MICA Artist Bash. Indulge in exquisite jazz\, captivating poetry\, decadent treats\, and a festive atmosphere. This celebration honors m/otherhood’s complexity\, power\, and artistry. \nJoin us in the lobby at 33 Hawley Street!\nThis is now a private-ticketed event! Artist mothers\, please contact us! (We have tickets for those who are coming!) \nJoin us for an intimate evening of poetry and music with light refreshments. Raise a glass to the mothers who break the mold. \nCelebrate with Us! \nTreat yourself to a truly unique and meaningful experience this Mother’s Day.  The Mother’s Day MICA Artist Bash is now ticketed to ensure an intimate setting. \nPlease reserve your tickets in advance and join us to celebrate the fierce\, complex\, and beautiful realities of m/otherhood. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Featured Artists\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Lark Jazz Trio: \nSavor the soul-stirring sounds of the Lark Jazz Trio\, setting the perfect mood for an unforgettable celebration. \n \nLooking to Reschedule! \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Jen Jabaily-Blackburn: \nPrepare for a journey of transformation and myth as Jen Jabaily-Blackburn shares poems from her forthcoming collection\, “Girl in a Bear Suit.” The collection explores motherhood through personal reflections and reinterpretations of the Callisto myth. \n  \nNow performing at our M/otherlode Closing Celebration on 5/31 at 7:00 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Toni Rose (aka Toni ‘Blue’ Rose) \nExperience raw and powerful poetry from an artist and activist who paints heart-wrenching truths with words. Toni Rose shares unflinching poems about the challenges of raising a black man as a single mother\, the fight for survival\, and the power of healing through art. \n \nNow performing at our M/otherlode Closing Celebration on 5/31 at 7:00 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Roxanne Neiman \nImmerse yourself in the evocative prose poetry of Roxanne Neiman. Her poem “Glass Eyes” captures the visceral emotions of a mother when her daughter is lost\, offering a poignant reflection on motherhood. \n \nNOW at our Bombyx Reception on Saturday 5/25/2024 from 2:00 to 4:00
URL:https://experiencemica.org/event/mothers-day-mica-artist-bash/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art Bash,Artist Meetup,Jazz Music,Mother's Day,Poetry,Visual Art Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Arts Night Out: Art Crawl MICA Edition at NEVAmuseum at Anchor House of Artists
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate MICA Artists during Arts Night Out Northampton!\n(free event) \nCelebrate Northampton’s vibrant art scene with MICA! During the Arts Night Out artist reception\, immerse yourself in captivating visual art by m/other artists and witness a mesmerizing live performance that will transport you. Join us at both NEVAmuseum at Anchor House and 33 Hawley for this unforgettable evening. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Featured Live Performance by Stefanie Weber\nExperience the immersive world of Stefanie Weber and her captivating performance piece\, ‘The MOTHERLESSSHIP‘. This interactive work blends physical poetry\, movement\, and audience participation\, inviting you to step aboard and become part of the evolving artistic journey. Perfect for an intimate setting\, prepare to be transported and transformed. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual artists exhibiting at Anchor House of Artists\nLisa Andrews | Laura Dickstein Thompson | Jasmine Errico | Paulina Fuenzalida-Guzman | Reshma Gorde | Ruby Henry | Juli Kirk | Amy Kotel | Tony(a) Lemos | Gena Mavuli | Laura Moorehead | Amy Nolan | Elizabeth Menges | Terre Parker | Amber Scoon | Ellen Shattuck Pierce | Mollie Thonneson | Mary Warren Foulk | Ellen Wetmore | Sam Wilde | \nImage: Lisa Andrews\, A Mother’s Tears\, 24” x 36”\, Acrylic on Canvas. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a free event. Let us know you’re coming by RSVPing below.\nM/others Institute for Collaboration and Art (MICA) is a mother-led\, Western Massachusetts organization strictly dedicated to supporting m/other artists. Your contributions as a paying ticket member are a ticket to saying\, yes\, I support artist m/others. As a small organization\, we appreciate the support of people like you. We thank you for making a tax-deductible donation to MICA to support m/other artists. \nThis festival is a truly unique celebration. If you know of anywhere else doing a month-long festival supporting\, spotlighting\, and bringing into the conversation 80 m/other artists\, please let us know! Seriously. \nVIP Tickets and Monthly passes are also available. \nSupport artist m/others. Please consider donating to MICA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor ticketing support\, please email us at hello@experiencemica.org.
URL:https://experiencemica.org/event/arts-night-out-art-crawl-mica-edition/
LOCATION:Anchor House of Artists\, 518 Pleasant Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Reception,Exhibitions,Free Event,Music,Visual Art Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T013312
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SUMMARY:Verses & Vibes: Poetry and Music Night
DESCRIPTION:From Pride to Poetry. Verses & Vibes: Poetry and Music Night. A Celebration of Artist Mothers.\nContinue the energy of Pride Day with MICAfest’s Verses & Vibes: Poetry Night \nPrepare to immerse yourselves in an evening that transcends mere artistic expression. On May 4th\, 2024\, M/others Institute for Collaboration and Art (MICA)  is honored to host this intimate gathering in the Experimental Performance Arena at NEVAmuseum at Anchor House of Artists. “Verses & Vibes” spotlights the potent synergy of poetry interwoven with music and showcases the vibrant narratives of artist m/others. \nFeatured Poets\nMaggie “Sasha” Russell-Ciardi* Journey Through Liberation: Embark on a profound voyage with haikus that paint a portrait of self-liberation and the sacred path of parenting. Experience a captivating story of spiritual quests co-created with the innocence of a child’s imagination. \nJasmine Errico* The Power of Confession: Step into the light of confessional poetry\, where themes of motherhood\, generational trauma\, and healing are explored with unflinching honesty. \nMary Warren Foulk* Redefining Identity with Erasure: Witness the revolutionary act of erasure\, where personal narratives are ingeniously redefined\, championing resilience and empowerment. \nKC Trommer* Celebrating Artistic Lineages: Engage with poems that honor the lives and legacies of female-identifying artists\, connecting us to the enduring impact of women in art. \nBe Part of This Empowering Movement\n“Verses & Vibes” stands as a testament to the resilience found in vulnerability\, the boundless creativity kindled through the experience of m/otherhood\, and the powerful community forged amidst artistic endeavors. By being part of this evening\, you’re not just witnessing art; you’re supporting a movement that underscores the critical role of artist m/others in shaping our cultural and emotional landscapes. \nJoin Us for our Opening Night for MICAfest 2024!\nExperience an unforgettable evening of artistic expression and connection. This is a night where powerful words\, moving melodies\, and the unique perspectives of artist mothers come together. Immerse yourself in the transformative power of art and be part of a community that celebrates creativity and resilience. Join us on May 4th\, 2024\, for the vibrant and inspiring ‘Verses & Vibes: Poetry Night. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				On View in the Passways Gallery\, Bumpus Gallery\, and the Experimental Performance Arena.\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual artists exhibiting at Anchor House of Artists\nLisa Andrews | Laura Dickstein Thompson | Jasmine Errico | Paulina Fuenzalida-Guzman | Reshma Gorde | Ruby Henry | Juli Kirk | Amy Kotel | Tony(a) Lemos | Gena Mavuli | Laura Moorehead | Amy Nolan | Elizabeth Menges | Terre Parker | Ellen Shattuck Pierce | Mollie Thonneson | Mary Warren Foulk | Ellen Wetmore | Sam Wilde | \nImage: Lisa Andrews\, A Mother’s Tears\, 24” x 36”\, Acrylic on Canvas. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Questions about tickets?\nFor ticketing support\, please email us at hello@experiencemica.org.\n			\n				Tickets Now Available on Eventbrite\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				MICAfest is a truly unique celebration. If you know of anywhere else doing a month-long festival supporting\, spotlighting\, and bringing into the conversation 80 m/other artists\, please let us know! Seriously. \nM/others Institute for Collaboration and Art (MICA) is a mother-led\, Western Massachusetts organization strictly dedicated to supporting m/other artists. Your contributions as a paying ticket member are a ticket to saying\, yes\, I support artist m/others. As a small organization\, we appreciate the support of people like you. We thank you for making a tax-deductible donation to MICA to support m/other artists. \nVIP Tickets and Monthly passes are also available.
URL:https://experiencemica.org/event/verses-vibes-poetry-and-music-night/
LOCATION:Anchor House of Artists\, 518 Pleasant Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Intimate Setting,Literary Events,Local Artists,Music,Music & Poetry,Poetry,Single Ticketed Event,Spoken Word,Visual Art Exhibit
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SUMMARY:MICAfest 2024
DESCRIPTION:MICAfest 2024 Art for Change The M/others View\nWhere  M/otherhood and Artistry Unite\nMay 1-31st\, 2024\, all in Northampton\, MA\nIt’s here! With 80 artists from all of New England and Beyond.\nExpect powerful poetry\, thought-provoking dance and theater\, and visual art that challenges.\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Questions about tickets or events? Email us!\nEmail us at hello@experiencemica.org \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Live Ticketed Events\n Single-event tickets are now available.Dance\, theatre\, spoken word\, music\, multimedia\, poetry\, artist conversations. \nClick on any of the descriptions to learn more and buy tickets to those shows. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Anchor House of ArtistsMay 4th\, 7:00 pmVerses & Vibes: Poetry Night\nJasmine Errico\, Mary Warren Foulk\, Maggie “Sasha” Russell-Ciardi\, KC Trommer. \nThank you for a wonderful evening launch of  MICAfest 2024\, 80 m/other artists strong. \nRead more about it by clicking anywhere in this box. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Northampton Center for the Arts at 33 HawleyM/otherhood in Motion: Dance and TheatreMay 11th\, 7:00 pmDance and performance\nHaile Eshe Cole\, Jessica Roseman\, Laura Sánchez\, Kelly Silliman. \nRead more… \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				MICA Mother’s Day Art Bash\nPostponed!\nWe’ll provide an update soon. \nJen Jabaily-Blackburn\, Roxanne Nieman\, Toni Rose\, A.H. Weatherman with The Lark Jazz Trio with Lynn Luvell. \nRead more… \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Anchor House of ArtistsMay 17th\, 7:00 pmThe Mom-ologues: Unfiltered Stories\, Poems & Music Jam\nVanessa Adel\, Dorise Heller\, Jackie Humphreys\, Nancy Carolyn Kwant\, Rythea Lee\, Liz Reed\, Arya Samuelson\, Jessica Genia Simon\, and Karolina Zapal. \nRead more… \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Northampton Center for the Arts at 33 HawleyPerfect Imperfections Behind the Facade: an Evening at the TheatreMay 23rd\, 7:00 pm\nMy Mother Had Two Faces: Reflections on Beauty\, Aging\, and Acceptance.\nA one-woman show by Karin Trachtenberg continues its acclaimed theatrical journey from LA to Edinburgh. \nWith a staged reading by MICA founder Lyza Fennell. \nRead more… \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Northampton Center for the Arts at 33 Hawley\nMICAfest: The M/otherlode Closing CelebrationMay 31st\, 7:00  pm\nCelebrate the festival and all the artists at a unique closing celebration. We’ll have poetry and conversations. The evening will end with musical guest Christa Joy and the Honeybees. \nRead more… \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Workshop\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Mindful Creativity for M/Others and Allies By Laura Dickstein Thompson\, Ed.D.\nMay 18th\, 10 am – 12 pm\, virtual.\nA 2-hour meditation and art workshop for m/others and alliesAll levels\n Join Breathing Space for a virtual 2-hour meditation and art workshop designed for m/others and allies to rejuvenate your self-care and compassion.  Led by Laura Dickstein Thompson\, Ed.D.\, an artist\, Kripalu meditation teacher\, Kundalini yogi\, and founder of breathingspace.art. \nClass size is limited to 20 participants. \nLearn more and sign up for it here.\n____________ \nThis program is being held in honor of the MICAfest Art for Change: The M/others’ View. Thompson has a three part painting in the month-long exhibition in Northampton. This program is also being offered as part of ArtsWeek Berkshires. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual Art Exhibition\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual artists exhibiting at NEVAmuseum at Anchor House of Artists\nLisa Andrews | Laura Dickstein Thompson | Jasmine Errico | Paulina Fuenzalida-Guzman | Reshma Gorde | Ruby Henry | Juli Kirk | Amy Kotel | Tony(a) Lemos | Gena Mavuli | Laura Moorehead | Amy Nolan | Elizabeth Menges | Terre Parker | Ellen Shattuck Pierce | Mollie Thonneson | Mary Warren Foulk | Ellen Wetmore | Sam Wilde | \nImage: Lisa Andrews\, A Mother’s Tears\, 24” x 36”\, Acrylic on Canvas. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual artists exhibiting at BOMBYX Center for Arts and Equity\nElena Allee | Christina Balch | Lyza Fennell | S.T. Gately | Robin Griffith | Barbara Hageman Sarvis | Sarah Marquesen | Matthew Mattingly | Ellen Pollock | Alyona Skripka | Michelle Vigeant  \nImage: Elena Allee\, They Felt They Had Been There Before. 48” x 48”\, Oil paint and alkyd resin on canvas. 2022.  \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual artists exhibiting at Northampton Center for the Arts\nMyrrh Brooks | Nancy Bulma Fields | Mayté Castillo | Jill Danenberg | Helen Ellis | Laura Green | Jane Hesser | Lyn Horan| Jane Keddy | Catherine LeComte-Lecce | Lynn Lovell | Isabelle Marantz/IzzyLightScapes | Nilou Moochhala | Emily Mulder | April Powell | Eva Pushkova | Carla E. Reyes | Amber Scoon | Jamie Tara | Ellen Wetmore | Esther S. White | Cynthia Zeman |                \nImage: Painting by Cynthia Zeman\, Woman on Couch\, 52×58\, Oil. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual Art Receptions\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Artist Reception at NEVAmuseum at Anchor House of Artists\nMay 10th\, 2024\, 5:00-8:00 pm \nJoin us for a vibrant evening of art and performance by Stefani Weber\, celebrating the creativity of MICA artists exhibiting at Anchor House of Artists. meet and celebrate the artists\, and discover diverse and captivating works. \nRead more… \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual artists exhibiting at NEVAmuseum at Anchor House of Artists\nLisa Andrews | Laura Dickstein Thompson | Jasmine Errico | Paulina Fuenzalida-Guzman | Reshma Gorde | Ruby Henry | Juli Kirk | Amy Kotel | Tony(a) Lemos | Gena Mavuli | Laura Moorehead | Amy Nolan | Elizabeth Menges | Terre Parker | Amber Scoon | Ellen Shattuck Pierce | Mollie Thonneson | Mary Warren Foulk | Ellen Wetmore | Sam Wilde | \nImage: Motherhood\, Gena Muvaldi\, 11″ x 5″\, Stoneware\, local wood-ash glaze. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Artist Reception at Northampton Center for the Arts at 33 Hawley\nMay 10th\, 2024\, 5:00-8:00 pm\nJoin us for a vibrant evening of art and performance by Elena Ciampa and Friends\, celebrating the creativity of MICA artists exhibiting at Northampton Center for the Arts. Meet and celebrate the artists and discover diverse and captivating works. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual artists exhibiting at Northampton Center for the Arts\nMyrrh Brooks | Nancy Bulma Fields | Mayté Castillo | Jill Danenberg | Helen Ellis | Laura Green | Jane Hesser | Lyn Horan| Jane Keddy | Catherine LeComte-Lecce | Lynn Lovell | Isabelle Marantz/IzzyLightScapes | Nilou Moochhala | Emily Mulder | April Powell | Eva Pushkova | Carla E. Reyes | Jamie Tara | Ellen Wetmore | Esther S. White | Cynthia Zeman |                \nImage: Painting by Lyn Horan\, The Watchers and the Weepers\, 35”w x 47″h – watercolor and ink on paper. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Artist Reception at BOMBYX Center for Arts and Equity\nMay 25th\, 2024\, 2:00-4:00 pm\nImmerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of artistic talent! Join us at the BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity for the MICA Unveiled art reception with our featured artists. Mingle with fellow art enthusiasts\, indulge in delicious crudite and wine\, and experience MICA artists’ captivating works. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Visual artists exhibiting at BOMBYX Center for Arts and Equity\nElena Allee | Christina Balch | Lyza Fennell | S.T. Gately | Robin Griffith | Barbara Hageman Sarvis |  Sarah Marquesen | Matthew Mattingly | Ellen Pollock | | Alyona Skripka | Michelle Vigeant |\nImage: Ellen Pollock\, Untitled. 36” x 36\,tempura on paper. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets Now Available\nThank you for buying tickets in advance! \nThis festival is a truly unique celebration. If you know of anywhere else doing a month-long festival supporting\, spotlighting\, and bringing into the conversation 80 m/other artists\, please let us know! Seriously. \nM/others Institute for Collaboration and Art (MICA) is a mother-led\, Western Massachusetts organization strictly dedicated to supporting m/other artists. Your contributions as a paying ticket member are a ticket to saying\, yes\, I support artist m/others. As a small organization\, we appreciate the support of people like you. We thank you for making a tax-deductible donation to MICA to support m/other artists. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor ticketing support\, please email us at hello@experiencemica.org.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Stay tuned.\nTo stay informed and learn more\, sign up for our mailing list\, subscribe to this calendar\, and follow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, or TikTok.
URL:https://experiencemica.org/event/micafest-art-for-change-the-m-others-view/
LOCATION:Northampton\, MA\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Visual Art Exhibit
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SUMMARY:The Art of Amy Dawn Kotel\, Artist Reception
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URL:https://experiencemica.org/event/the-art-of-amy-dawn-kotel-burnett-gallery/
LOCATION:Jones Library\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002\, 43 Amity Street\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Visual Art,Visual Art Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Labor Exhibition at Anchor House of Artists
DESCRIPTION:Labor\n\nEva Pushkova\, Carla E. Reyes\, and Esther S. White\nA Group Exhibition in conjunction with new work from Christina Balch \nMothers Institute for Collaboration and Art (MICA) presents a group exhibition of artist mothers about parenting in current times. From paintings and quilts to AI collaborations\, this exhibition features work in varying media about the often unseen labor in mothering and parenting. \nat Anchor House of Artists \nOn View: June 6 – 30\, 2023\n \nPublic artist reception: Friday\, June 9\, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm\, with music by Elena Ciampa\n \nGallery Hours:\nTuesday through Saturday\, from 1-6 pm\nDaytime Adult Admission to the museum $10\n 
URL:https://experiencemica.org/event/labor-exhibition-at-anchor-house-of-artists/
LOCATION:Anchor House of Artists\, 518 Pleasant Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual Art Exhibit
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