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February 2012
February - The Winter Schedule at the Wethersfield Academy
The Winter Schedule at the Wethersfield Academy for the Arts of art classes, lectures, and 2012 Art Workshops are now online at: www.wethersfieldarts.org. In January, treat yourself to an art class whether drawing, painting, watercolor for adults and several classes for young people. The Atelier Portrait and Figure teaches classical methods of approaching the canvas while Studio Arts allows all levels of interested students to improve at their own pace.
February - In Honor of Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum in Wethersfield will offer a special tour focusing on the enslaved and free African Americans who lived in town during the 18th century. The museum will host tours that provide a unique look at the struggles and triumphs of the African Americans who resided in Wethersfield, including those who lived and worked in the Joseph Webb and Silas Deane houses.
In the Webb house, visitors will climb up to the attic where the slaves slept and explore the area where William Lee, Washington’s personal valet, probably would have stayed while protecting Washington asleep in the room next to him. In the Deane house, visitors will hear about Hagar and Pompey who came to the Deane house as part of Elizabeth Deane’s dowry. The tour includes the “modern” 1770’s kitchen where Hagar worked and visited with her friends and the slave chamber where she and Pompey slept. Visitors will also learn about the path their lives took after the death of Silas Deane.
The tour includes the inspiring stories of many African Americans, such as Quash Gomer, who was captured in Angola and became a slave in Wethersfield. He later bought his freedom from his owner, married Elenor Smith and had 10 children. The tour will also reveal the Revolutionary War’s impact on slavery.
Three-house tours cost $10 for adults, $9 for seniors over 60, AAA members and those active in the military and $5 for students and children ages 5 to 18, $25 per family (two adults and children). The last tour departs at 3 p.m. For more information, call (860) 529-0612 or visit webb-deane-stevens.org.
Feb. 4, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Winter Walks series
At the Putnam Park parking lot at 100 Great Meadow Road in WETHERSFIELD. Jim Woodworth and Bruce Morton, Goodwin College’s Director of Environmental Studies, will discuss the natural reclamation of formerly excavated areas and plans to restore the floodplain forest on Crow Point. Details can be found on the Great Meadows Conservation Trust website at www.gmct.org under “Programs.”
Feb. 6, 7 p.m. “Civil War Medicine: They Did Their Best”
Dr. Robert M. Bedard, President of the Hartford Medical Society will present “Civil War Medicine: They Did Their Best” The 2012 Lecture Series is better than ever with four Civil War themed lectures held in the months of February through May. Each lecture begins at 7pm, with doors opening at the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center at 6:30pm. Lectures are $5 per person at the door, free to members.
Feb. 12, 2:00 p.m. – Tammy Denease – Interpretation of Elizabeth Keckly
Wethersfield Historical Society is pleased to announce its 19TH season of the Keeney Cultural Series. Tammy Denease, storyteller, teaching artist and living historian, will introduce the audience to the world of a former enslaved woman purchased her own, and her son George’s freedom for $1,200.00. After receiving her freedom she would become known as the couturier of her time. As a successful seamstress, Elizabeth “Lizzy” Keckly would dress the elite in the finest of fashion. Her list of clients included Varnia Davis, wife of Jefferson Davis and Mary Anne Randolph Curtis Lee, wife of Robert E. Lee. Not only was Keckly instrumental in helping to get the Contraband Relief Association established in Washington, D.C., but she also became a confidante to Mary Todd Lincoln and an informal advisor to our sixteenth president. At the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center at 200 Main Street, Wethersfield. Doors will open at 1:30pm. The price for each performance is $18.00 for members and $20.00 for non-members.
Feb. 26, 4 p.m. A Concert of Spirituals
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Come hear the Legacy of Spirituals Choir, under the direction of G. Ingrid Faniel, and the First Church choirs, under the direction of David Spicer, as they present A Concert of Spirituals in the Meetinghouse. The Legacy of Spirituals Choir, one of Connecticut's premier choral ensembles, is affiliated with Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church and will sing a majority of the selections. All concerts are open to the public. There is no admission charge; a free-will offering is received at each event. Childcare will be available for those up to 8 years of age. For more information, please call the Ministry of Music and the Arts at (860) 529-1575, ext. 209.
March 2012
March 11, 2:00 p.m. – InfiniTango- Connecticut’s Leading Tango Band
Wethersfield Historical Society is pleased to announce its 19TH season of the Keeney Cultural Series. InfiniTango’s performances combine the essence of Tango Argentino, Nuevo Tango and International Tango. Formed in Hartford, Connecticut and comprised of an accordionist Markus Centola, a pianist – Maria Centola, a violinist – Jessica Meyer, and a double bass player – Sean Rubin, this dynamic ensemble has created a bright and unique repertoire. While evoking an unforgettable Argentine sentiment with classics from “Golden Age”, they also create new, innovative works with a timeless sense of beauty. InfiniTango plays the music with a deep understanding of tradition as well as an obsessive desire to evolve the art form to new levels. At the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center at 200 Main Street, Wethersfield. Doors will open at 1:30pm. The price for each performance is $18.00 for members and $20.00 for non-members.
March 12, 7 p.m. “Blacks in the Civil War – Will They Fight?”
Charles (Ben) Hawley of the descendants of the 29th Connecticut Colored Regiment will present “Blacks in the Civil War – Will They Fight?” The 2012 Lecture Series is better than ever with four Civil War themed lectures held in the months of February through May. Each lecture begins at 7pm, with doors opening at the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center at 6:30pm. Lectures are $5 per person at the door, free to members.
March 25, 4 p.m. The King of Instruments
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First Church's mighty Austin pipe organ is featured in this annual concert, presented by David Spicer. This year's selections feature the final movements of works by Charles-Marie Widor, Alexandre Guilmant, and Theodore Dubois. A "Hymnphony" of selected hymn tunes will also be offered. All concerts are open to the public. There is no admission charge; a free-will offering is received at each event. Childcare will be available for those up to 8 years of age. For more information, please call the Ministry of Music and the Arts at (860) 529-1575, ext. 209.
April 2012
April 6, 7 p.m. Good Friday Memorial Concert
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Festival Orchestra, choirs of First Church and soloist, under the direction David Spicer, join to present this moving concert of selected works depicting the suffering of Christ on Good Friday and setting the stage for His glorious resurrection on Easter morning. Selections include, Requiem, Opus 9, by Maurice Durufle, with baritone soloist Stewart Battle; Sanctus, from the Sainte Cecillia Mass by Charles Gounod, with Christopher Dukes, tenor soloist; and a cappella choruses by Jean Berger, Hector Berlioz, John Stainer, and Randall Thompson. All concerts are open to the public. There is no admission charge; a free-will offering is received at each event. Childcare will be available for those up to 8 years of age. For more information, please call the Ministry of Music and the Arts at (860) 529-1575, ext. 209.
April 9, 7 p.m. “Connecticut Arms and Equips the Union.”
Dean Nelson, Executive Director of the Museum of Connecticut History will present “Connecticut Arms and Equips the Union.” The 2012 Lecture Series is better than ever with four Civil War themed lectures held in the months of February through May. Each lecture begins at 7pm, with doors opening at the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center at 6:30pm. Lectures are $5 per person at the door, free to members.
April 14, 7-9:30p.m. Taste of Wethersfield
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Wethersfield Historical Society is proud to sponsor the seventh annual Taste of Wethersfield event on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center 200 Main street Wethersfield, CT 06109. This fashionable fundraiser combines the best food, drink and good community spirit for an evening of fun and merriment. As in prior years, several area restaurants, wineries and breweries will be offering samples of their superb products to the public. Live music from the Hot Cat Jazz Band and a lively Silent Auction will be part of the entertainment. Funds raised from The Taste of Wethersfield Benefit supports the society's educational and cultural programming. Patron Tickets: $50 per person with early admission at 6pm & a patron drawing. General Admission: $35 per person with a 7pm admission.
April 22, 2:00 p.m. – Phil Rosenthal – American Melody
Wethersfield Historical Society is pleased to announce its 19TH season of the Keeney Cultural Series. Phil Rosenthal is a nationally renowned singer, songwriter, recording artist and record producer. With firm roots in folk, bluegrass and country, Phil’s music is a delight for all ages. His rich baritone, expert picking on banjo, guitar and mandolin and warm stage presence have charmed audiences throughout the U.S., Europe and Japan, including appearances at the White House and The Grand Ole Opry. His original compositions have been recorded by Johnny Cash and Bill Monroe. In an article about Phil Rosenthal, The Washington Post wrote “One of the most expressive singers of traditional country music.” At the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center at 200 Main Street, Wethersfield. Doors will open at 1:30pm. The price for each performance is $18.00 for members and $20.00 for non-members.
May 2012
May 7, 7 p.m. “Picturing the Great Rebellion: Prints by the Kellogg Brothers of Hartford and Other Connecticut Printmakers and Photographers.”
Nancy Finlay, Curator of Graphics at Connecticut Historical Society will present “Picturing the Great Rebellion: Prints by the Kellogg Brothers of Hartford and Other Connecticut Printmakers and Photographers.” The 2012 Lecture Series is better than ever with four Civil War themed lectures held in the months of February through May. Each lecture begins at 7pm, with doors opening at the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center at 6:30pm. Lectures are $5 per person at the door, free to members.
June 2012
June 10, 7 p.m. ASOF Winners' Concert
The winners of the 2011 Albert Schweitzer Organ Festival return to the Meetinghouse for a concert of their favorite works. This year's winners were Mary Pan of Burlington, Connecticut, in the High School Division, and Christopher Ganza of Norman, Oklahoma, in the Young Professional Division. All concerts are open to the public. There is no admission charge; a free-will offering is received at each event. Childcare will be available for those up to 8 years of age. For more information, please call the Ministry of Music and the Arts at (860) 529-1575, ext. 209.
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