SPRING ADULTS: Drawing for Beginners

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

Course Description: Students will be taught development of perceptual and descriptive skills through an introduction to a variety of drawing media, techniques and subject matter. Will acquire a thorough understanding of the elements of art and the principles of organization as related to drawing. We will draw from observation to understand contour line, positive & […]

$280

TAPPED IN: Moving Hearts and Minds Through Arts and Science – Opening Reception

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

April 11 - June 8, 2024 Curators: Linda Booth Sweeney and Stephanie Marlin-Curiel Opening Reception, Mixer and Panel Discussion: April 11, 5-7PM Youth Forward Climate Action Day, April 20, 1-5PM On view at The Umbrella Arts Center April 11 - June 8, “TAPPED IN: Moving Hearts and Minds Through Arts and Science” is an innovative […]

Free

Club Rhythms

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

Course Description: Get your groove on in this introductory dance fitness class designed to increase your heart rate and your happiness! Rooted in house-based rhythms and movements, this class will inspire you to move and to keep moving in a fun, open and inclusive environment set to a variety of club-based rhythms. Beginning with dynamic […]

$120

Learn Machine Sewing

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

Course Description: Do you have a sewing machine in your attic or basement that you never took out of the box? Learn to thread it, use it, and create pillows, curtains, even clothing. Please note: Suitable for beginners and intermediate; bring your own machine and a list of supplies will be given in first class. […]

$300

Intro to Improv

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

Course Description: This course is designed to introduce people to the world of improvisation. Students will be lead through a series of games and exercises that focus on living in the moment and celebrating creative silliness. Matt Fear has been involved with improv since 1994, in various capacities. Before joining Kismet, he worked full-time with […]

$265

Fan Making Workshop

Concord Museum

Try your hand at fan making with an experienced teaching artist from the Umbrella Arts Center. Visit the special exhibition What Makes History to see an exquisite sample of the Concord Museum’s vast collection of fans from around the world. Then, learn common fan making techniques and create your own fan to take home. The […]

The Umbrella (Pre) Mother’s Day Community Events

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

The Umbrella Arts Center comes alive with activities and gift opportunities for Mom! From 11AM-5PM, The Umbrella Ceramics Studio holds its Spring Community Sale featuring one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted ceramic gifts. Plus, join us for a Free Family Drop-In Day from 2-4PM, with instructor-led crafts on a Mother's Day theme.

Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown Monday, May 13, 2024 - 7:30PM A television actress encounters a variety of eccentric characters after embarking on a journey to discover why her lover abruptly left her. Directed by Pedro Almodovar | Rated R Runtime 100 mins Doors open at 6:30pm for food and drink | […]

$10

Earthworks: Tradition, Influence, Innovation Opening Reception & Lecture

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

Juried by Ayumi Horie, Earthworks: Tradition, Influence, Innovation is a regional show celebrating the depth of history, tradition, and cultural expression in contemporary ceramics, and the ways in which artists continue to expand the field through innovation and reinterpretation. As part of The Umbrella Arts Center’s continued commitment to the ceramic medium, we intend for […]

Free

Earthworks: Tradition, Influence, Innovation

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

Juried by Ayumi Horie, Earthworks: Tradition, Influence, Innovation is a regional show celebrating the depth of history, tradition, and cultural expression in contemporary ceramics, and the ways in which artists continue to expand the field through innovation and reinterpretation. As part of The Umbrella Arts Center’s continued commitment to the ceramic medium, we intend for […]

Free