Join Us in Celebrating Our 30th Anniversary in 2025

Evening of Song with Music by Cole Porter to Benefit the Sandisfield Arts Center

This special evening includes an intermission with prosecco and a resplendent dessert table. Cole Porter will always be remembered as the songwriter whose melodies are synonymous with the sounds and style of the Jazz Age, seen and heard on the musical theatre stage, and now part of the American Songbook. The beautiful voices of Kathy [...]

Tales from a Trip to Antarctica

Local photographer Peter Baiamonte shares his stories, images, videos and a short film shot during an expedition style trip to Antarctica. Peter shares his experiences and the knowledge he gained from over a year of planning and research that went into making the trip happen. The presentation will include time for Q&A. Peter is a [...]

A Story of Fascism presented by Val Coleman

Fascism—“an authoritarian and nationalistic right-wing system of government" Is it the uber-drama of Nazi Germany or is it an ancient sickness that infected all of history? We’ll take a look and heed the advice of Hannah Arendt and other very smart people. We might even search for symptoms in modern America. Val Coleman, the poet [...]

Gallery of Artists Harvey Kimmelman

In the Gallery: OCT 7-28, Harvey Kimmelman Opening Reception : 7th Oct 2017 02:00 PM Date of Show : 7th Oct 2017 - 28th Oct 2017 A trip to Italy in the early 1970s prompted Harvey Kimmelman to develop a deep passion to study and learn the traditional methods of drawing and painting as practiced [...]

Saskia Laroo & Warren Byrd

World-renowned jazz trumpeter Saskia Laroo from the Netherlands, and international pianist/vocalist Warren Byrd from Hartford, CT create a smorgasbord of music. Whether performing dance classics, the Great American Songbook, hot Afro-Latin grooves or their own catchy poignant originals, this unique twosome offers an evening of musical variety. Jocelyn Pleasant--percussionist extraordinaire--joins the duo and adds her [...]

Hard Cider Tasting conducted by Tom Christopher with music by Moonshine Holler

Join us for an introduction to the flavors and history of New England’s traditional beverage: hard cider. Long-time cider maker and enthusiast Tom Christopher will speak about the history of cider making in our region and then invite the audience to taste a flight of ciders from a variety of makers, both amateur and professional. [...]

Story Slam emceed by Sheela Clary

Are you a fan of the Moth Radio Hour on public radio? True storytelling has exploded around the country, and it's coming to Sandisfield. Please join us for a curated, live storytelling event emceed by Sheela Clary, local teacher and Moth StorySlam winner. The theme for this event will be Rescue. If you have a [...]

Pumpkin Decorating Event FREE!

Come celebrate the Bounty of the Fall season. This will be an easy Halloween craft allowing you to add your personal touch to our own Sandisfield-grown pumpkins. Let's create a Festive Flair and have some Frightful Fun! Halloween Costumes suggested. All decorating supplies will be provided including non-toxic paints. Pumpkins will be provided free of [...]

Gallery of Artists Robin Thew

In the Gallery: NOVEMBER 4 – 25, Robin Thew Opening Reception : 4th Nov 2017 02:00 PM Date of Show : 4th Nov 2017 - 25th Nov 2017 Robin Thew studied at the Arts Student League of New York, and went on to become a clothes and pattern designer in the 1950s and later a [...]

Joel Brown

“…sensuality and emotional warmth characterize his extraordinary musicianship. He makes music that both soothes and excites. It is the union of opposites that makes Brown so special.” (Albany Times-Union) Guitarist Joel Brown's actively eclectic performances as a soloist and chamber musician have included appearances with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, the Festival of [...]