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SUMMARY:Election Day Recess Camp at MoCACT!
DESCRIPTION:School is out-so let’s get creative! \nSpend Election Day at MoCA/CT for a fun-filled morning of art\, imagination\, and museum exploration! Designed for children ages 5–10\, this special one-day Recess Camp gives young artists the chance to create\, discover\, and play in an inspiring art museum setting. \nCampers will enjoy a hands-on art workshop\, creative activities\, and a special opportunity to explore MoCA/CT’s wonderful galleries. (featuring Miss Liberty!) It’s the perfect way to turn a day off from school into a memorable morning of creativity and fun! \nNovember 3\, 2026 – Election Day\n9:00 AM–12:00 PM\nAges 5–10\n$75 per student \nPlease send your child with a water bottle.\nChildren should be bathroom independent.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/calendar/election-day-recess-camp-at-mocact/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Free First Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:First Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month.  \nYoung visitors can enjoy a scavenger hunt in the museum\, the diorama of Westport featuring an audio tour by Joanne Woodward\, coloring pages\, colonial games and more. Adult visitors will enjoy our wide array of exhibits.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/calendar/free-first-saturdays-2/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History and Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Wesport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens,Community,Museum
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SUMMARY:Planet Female Global StoryFest
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut’s female-centered story festival established in 2024\, is thrilled to announce its third year of storytelling by creators from around the globe. StoryFest will feature short narrative\, documentary\, and experimental films\, and series pilots from female and female-identifying creators\, as well as spoken word poetry\, music video\, live narrative storytelling\, stage and screenplay readings. The inaugural festival celebrated female storytellers from 10 countries including Iran\, New Zealand\, Italy\, UK\, and the United States. \nStoryFest founder\, Dusty Noval McCullough is a producer\, writer\, and director\, and is an adjunct professor of creative writing at Manhattanville University in Purchase\, NY. She has enjoyed a diverse career as a visual artist and educator. Her how-to book\, Writing the Short\, is scheduled for release Fall 2025.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/calendar/planet-female-global-storyfest/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fine Art (not for sale)
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Day at MoCA/CT - November 14
DESCRIPTION:Make art. Make memories. Make MoCACT part of your family’s day! \nBring the whole family to MoCACT for Family Fun Day\, a free\, welcoming afternoon designed for children\, parents\, grandparents\, and caregivers to experience the joy of art together. \nExplore the galleries\, get creative with a hands-on art activity led by our favorite MoCACT educators\, and meet some special guests along the way. There will be plenty of opportunities to create\, play\, explore\, and discover something new. \nNo art experience necessary! Just bring your curiosity and imagination and we’ll take care of the rest. \nFree • Family-Friendly • All Ages Welcome • Please Register
URL:https://westportjournal.com/calendar/family-fun-day-at-moca-ct-november-14/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Intuitive Abstract Expressionism: an immersive art experience with Melissa Benedek
DESCRIPTION:Step beyond the canvas and into an immersive\, intuitive approach to Abstract Expressionism led by artist Melissa Benedek. Through color\, movement\, texture\, music\, and spontaneous mark-making\, you’ll learn to quiet the inner critic\, trust your instincts\, and allow the painting to unfold organically. \nThis is less about creating a “perfect” painting and more about letting go\, exploring\, and discovering what emerges when intuition takes the lead. \nNo experience necessary\, just curiosity\, an open mind\, and a willingness to create.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/calendar/intuitive-abstract-expressionism-an-immersive-art-experience-with-melissa-benedek-2/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fine Art (not for sale)
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