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A one-day pop-up exhibition featuring artists from the Somerville Homeless Coalition! Free Entry | Cash-Only Sale | Food & Drinks Provided |
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Led By: Pam Shanley, artist and teacher, CACHE member Fee: $3 suggested donation per fish Arts Arlington and ACM invite you to paint a fish -- or two! -- for Go Fish, Arlington’s newest public art project. Learn about the remarkable recovery of river herring in the Mystic River while painting fish with colorful acrylic paint. In … This is a non-instructor lead live drawing session. All sessions are in person, and will be with a nude or lightly clothed model. There will be a studio monitor present to assist the model and participants. Each session will feature a live model using a mixture of short and long poses – starting at one-minute …
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Turn polymer clay into wearable art in this hands-on, creativity-packed class! In this polymer clay dangle earring workshop, you’ll design and create your own unique statement earrings from scratch—no experience needed. Learn essential techniques like color design, texturing, and precision cutting, then bring your pieces to life with curing and assembling your designs. Best of …
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A facilitated discussion circle that will include exhibiting artists and members of the public to dive deep into the themes the current exhibition. Free, Open to the Public
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Tired of endlessly scrolling on your phone? Looking to share art and fun with a child in your life? Why not learn a positive habit of keeping a sketchbook by learning together in four sessions with Sharon Santillo. Participants of all ability levels will begin with basics of sketching or add to their drawing skills, … Stop Scrolling & Start Sketching (Family Edition) Read More »
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Celebrate Mother’s Day by creating beautiful handmade prints with a hands-on cyanotype workshop! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to transform blank paper into rich blue images and bookmarks using light-sensitive chemicals and the power of sunlight. Arrange natural and found objects, such as flowers, leaves, lace, jewelry, and more, to create thoughtful, one-of-a-kind designs …
$50
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Learn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. We’ll listen to or read the poems, share initial impressions, and discuss whatever questions or themes emerge. The texts will be provided at the meeting—no homework required! In May we’ll feature Ursula K. Le Guin of the … |
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Celebrate the season at our Spring Sip & Shop at the Arts Collaborative Medford! Browse and shop a vibrant selection of artwork from 30+ talented artists who live or work in Medford, all in one inspiring space. Enjoy light refreshments as you explore unique, locally made pieces perfect for your home or as gifts. Even … |
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Arts Collaborative Medford hosts the opening reception for Origins: Where We Begin, a student showcase of emerging artists presented by Medford High School’s Department of Fine Arts. The exhibition explores the first sparks of artistic voice and features selected works from Medford High School students in grades 9 to 12, AP Art student portfolios, alumni, …
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Join local poet and artist Leticia Priebe Rocha for a cathartic collaging workshop! You will be guided through an exciting process of discovery with different materials and text to create your own hand-crafted collage. All materials will be provided. Feel free to bring any images or text you’d like to incorporate into your work! Open to …
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Tired of endlessly scrolling on your phone? Looking to share art and fun with a child in your life? Why not learn a positive habit of keeping a sketchbook by learning together in four sessions with Sharon Santillo. Participants of all ability levels will begin with basics of sketching or add to their drawing skills, … Stop Scrolling & Start Sketching (Family Edition) Read More »
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Discover the magic of natural color in this beginner-friendly indigo dyeing workshop! Perfect for anyone curious about textile arts, this hands-on class introduces the basics of working with indigo, one of the world’s oldest and most captivating natural dyes. Participants will learn how to prepare fabric, create simple resist patterns, and dip textiles into a … |
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The backstrap loom is one of the most ancient types of weaving technology, and is still practiced in cultures all over the world today. This method requires only very simple tools, but can create an enormous variety of textiles. For modern day crafters, it combines versatility with portability and low cost - the perfect way …
$175
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1 event,This is a non-instructor lead live drawing session. All sessions are in person, and will be with a nude or lightly clothed model. There will be a studio monitor present to assist the model and participants. Each session will feature a live model using a mixture of short and long poses – starting at one-minute …
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A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to spiritually heal, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal … |
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Join Found and Flowered at Arts Collab Medford for a cozy, crafty evening! Make a one-of-a-kind junk journal from upcycled book pages using a simple one-stitch bookbinding technique, and learn creative ways to personalize it with envelopes, folders, vintage papers, washi tape, and more! Perfect for beginners and paper lovers. All materials provided. Leave with …
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Explore cyanotype beyond paper and into textiles in this hands-on workshop focused on printing on fabric! During this class, students will learn the cyanotype process through hands-on experiments starting on paper and small fabric samples, building an understanding of exposure, composition, and material differences. Then we’ll transition into larger and wearable fabrics, using textiles participants …
$75
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1 event,This is a non-instructor lead live drawing session. All sessions are in person, and will be with a nude or lightly clothed model. There will be a studio monitor present to assist the model and participants. Each session will feature a live model using a mixture of short and long poses – starting at one-minute …
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Original Poetry Open Mic Hosted by Vijaya Sundaram, Medford Poet Laureate Emeritus (2023–2025)Featured Poet: Linda Haviland Conte & David P. Miller Suggested Donation: $5-$10 Poets, dreamers, and writers - we want to see you, hear you, and welcome you! Bring an original poem or story to read. We’ll provide a microphone and podium. --- Guest Poet: … Original Poetry Open Mic with Guest Poet Doug Holder Read More »
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Free to the Public | Light Refreshments Join us for the opening reception of From the Same Earth, an exhibition of five local ceramicists exploring the beauty and versatility of clay. Meet the artists, experience the work up close, and celebrate a shared material brought to life through distinct voices. Enjoy a welcoming evening of conversation, … |
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Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! Join the Boston Journaling Club & Coloring Club for some art therapy! We’ll be reflecting on the spring via art journaling, painting & group conversation. NO journaling experience or artistic skills required. Everyone is welcome! 📍We’ll be on the 2nd floor of the ACM building, which can be accessed via …
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Created by Liquid Spine, HOMEBODY is an exploration of dancers moving in nature. Join us for the photographic installation and performances. |
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Irish musicians Matt and Shannon Heaton combine old traditional songs and bright, driving Irish rhythms. With voices, flute, guitar, and bouzouki, this Medford-based duo carries old music into new light. This will be an intimate, entertaining evening of music and stories from world-class musicians. “Their playing is masterful and inventive, their arrangements city-smart and spacious. Still, … Trad on the Mystic Presents Matt & Shannon Heaton at Arts Collaborative Medford Read More »
$15 – $25
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