November 2018
Kick-Off Sale for 2018 New Canaan Ornaments
The Kick-Off Sale for the 2018 New Canaan Ornaments begins on Friday Nov. 2 from 5 - 9 pm and Saturday, Nov. 3 from 11 am - 7 pm. The sale takes place at Baskin-Robbins, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary in New Canaan, and is one of this year’s featured ornaments. On Friday night, music and refreshments will be provided on the patio. Along with the Baskin-Robbins ornament, the following ornaments are new for 2018: New Canaan Land Trust,…
Find out more »July 2020
Art in the Windows Celebration & Closing Event
Join us in downtown New Canaan to celebrate the Art in the Windows! Visit our pop-up gallery at the corner of Elm Street & South Avenue for activities, demos and to pick up a directory of participating artists, merchants and restaurants. The Carriage Barn Arts Center annual “Art in the Windows” exhibit runs through July 4, 2020. Organized in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, artwork is displayed and for sale in participating store windows throughout downtown New Canaan.
Find out more »June 2021
Art in the Windows Celebration Event
On Thursday, June 11 from 5-7pm, the Carriage Barn and New Canaan Chamber of Commerce, along with other community organizations and business partners, will host a downtown celebration of creativity! Art-inspired window displays, live music and a community art project will be part of this kick-off event. Stop by the corner of Elm Street and South Ave and create some art at the family art bar, enjoy the pop up gallery and Artist showcase and listen to live music by…
Find out more »June 2022
Downtown New Canaan Arts Festival with the Carriage Barn Arts Center
The Carriage Barn Arts Center is partnering with many community organizations and businesses to host a downtown Arts Festival on Saturday June 4 from 10am-4pm, on the corner of Elm Street and South Avenue in New Canaan. This free community event will feature: Live music performances from School of Rock and Acoustic Quarantine An artist showcase Chalk art challenge Kids crafts Entertainment from Mr Bungles including magic and bubbles Get your sneakers spray painted by Jo Tonkovitch from TONK Listen…
Find out more »May 2023
Art In The Windows Call for Submissions Including Youth Category
Submission Deadline May 7 Artists are invited to submit work to be showcased in downtown store windows. New Canaan’s premier retailers participate in this annual event, creating a strolling gallery by exhibiting original painting, photographs or sculpture in each participating establishment and its windows. Youth category for artists ages 5-16. Selected works will be displayed in designated store windows or in a special youth gallery in town. Art In The Windows runs from June 2 - June 24. Art Stroll Kick…
Find out more »June 2023
Make Music Day New Canaan Presented By The Carriage Barn
June 21st All Day - Downtown New Canaan New Canaan is joining over 1,000 cities worldwide for a live, free musical celebration throughout the town. Join the fun! Make Music Day is a celebration of music on the summer solstice that is performed by anyone and enjoyed by everyone. You're invited to take part in the festivities and help show off our local talent and join the public celebration. Come support local talent at these venues: Intersection of Elm St.…
Find out more »May 2024
Art in the Windows Kick Off & Art stroll
Head downtown this Friday 5-7pm and check out the ART IN THE WINDOWS -- support local businesses, artists and the Carriage Barn Arts Center! Many stores will be open and hosting receptions along Elm Street and other locations. Over 100 pieces of original art are displayed and for sale in store windows through June 22. View the online gallery here: https://carriagebarn.org/aitw-2024-gallery/ Thanks to local sponsors of this exhibition: Merill Lynch Wealth Management New Canaan, Karl Chevrolet, Hutchinson Tree Care Specialists, New Canaan Board of Realtors, and Jones Ferrante at Houlihan Lawrence.
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