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ONGOING EVENTS where you can meet Karen in person: Karen Rossi Open Houses, Norfolk,
CT Silas Bronson Library Show Silas Bronson Library has provided the perfect setting for Karen to explore a theme she conceived many years ago. "Book Bugs" will feature a collection of bibliophilic, bucolic insect creations through drawings, paintings, prints, and sculptures. Art Show - Opening Reception Join Karen for the opening reception of her show at Cafe Atlantique in Milford. The opening reception will take place on July 7th at 6:30 PM, however the show is running from July 1st through the 15th. Commission on Culture & Tourism Karen Rossi Studios celebrate Connecticut’s 375th Anniversary, by participating in the Commission on Culture & Tourism’s 6th Annual Connecticut Open House Day! The one-day statewide event is designed to showcase Connecticut’s diverse world of history, art, film and tourism to Connecticut residents. (www.cultureandtourism.org) 10th Annual CT Business Expo Come visit the 10th Annual CT Business Expo, presented by the Hartford Business Journal, where Karen has created a one of a kind, stupendous “Be A Star” sculpture to be given away to a lucky winner. To enter to win this sculpture, visit the booths of TonSha Marketing & Printing, The Perfect Promotion, Co-Communications... and Image Works for an entry form. The sculpture will be on display at these booths. Drawing to be held at the end of the day at the expo. Birdhouse Auction to Benefit Habitat for Humanity of Northwest CT Over 100 birdhouses by local artists, including Karen Rossi, will be up for auction to benefit Habitat Humanity of Northwest Connecticut. The Bruce Museum's Annual Outdoor Crafts Festival The museum holds two festivals each year in Greenwich with the purpose of fostering an appreciation of the arts. The juried show includes wood, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, metal, leather, and glass artisans. Connecticut Artists Spring Art Show Come see Karen's art displayed at the Fine Line Art Gallery at the Old Town Hall in Woodbury, CT. The Reception is Saturday, May 15th from 11 to 6! When: Friday May 14th, 1-6 Saturday May 15th, 10- 6 and Sunday May 16th, 10-6! See: http://www.finelineartgallery-connecticut.com/events.html
Mermaid Suncatcher Workshop
Come make your very own Mermaid Suncatcher with Karen! Be creative, and have fun making this mermaid at Karen's Norfolk studio.
Karen's studio will be open to the public, where you can see her licensed products, original artwork, and special sales will all be available! Join us for some fabulous fun! $15 per person Please email info@karenrossi.com for more information and questions Trunk Show/Art Show
Join Karen with art, wine, and fun as she and Beth Pite team up for a First Thursday evening of camaraderie and not-to-be-missed deals on paintings, sculptures, jewelry, prints, cards and ornaments! It's an art show and a trunk show. Nibble and sip while powering through your holiday shopping list for work colleagues, babysitters, your kid’s coaches, your best friend. Beth Pite and Karen are offering art gifts from $10 to $100 (plus a few larger pieces for those "special somebodies") with deep discounts on past season items. Please join them for the exhibit opening this Thursday, December 3, at the Welcome Center on Pratt St. in Hartford from 5:00-7:00 PM and enjoy free gift wrapping! A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Greater Hartford Arts Council. 16th Annual Judaica Craft
Show Israeli and American artists showing a wide range of stunning contemporary Judaica. This is the only juried show if its kind in the Northeast. For more information, please visit: www.betamshalom.org/judaica_craft_show Children's Hospital Boston
Treelighting Come see Karen's wreath art pieces and meet Karen in person at Children's Hospital Boston. A treelighting event will help to celebrate the debut of many new seasonal decorations. Farmers Holiday Market
Karen will take
part in the Norfolk Farmers Market's Holiday Extravaganza! Be sure to stop
by for some amazing holiday shopping and lots of irresistible treats! For
more information, visit: Brown Bag Lunch & Art
Talk Karen Rossi and fellow
artist, Beth Pite, are currently showing their Judaic-themed work at the Charter Oak Cultural Center
in Hartford, CT. The show is the center's fifth annual "Celebration of
Jewish Arts and Culture." Karen and Beth will talk about their work and
meet fans at an upcoming "Brown Bag Lunch" at Charter Oak. This event is
free and will take place on November 20, 2009 at Noon. Coffee and cookies
will be provided, but guests are asked to bring a bag lunch. Ellington Scenic Home Tour
Karen's artwork will have a part in CHR's Ellington Scenic House Tour. Seven spectacular homes have already been confirmed as part of the tour: Aborn Castle, 265 Somers Road; the Dealba home, 91 Sadds Mill Road; the Massaro home, 36 Pease Farm Road; the Fowler home, 27 Crystal Ridge Drive; Kerr House, 28 Crystal Ridge Drive; McLaughlin House, 25 Crystal Ridge Drive; and a newly built home, located at 20 Pease Farm Road. In addition to touring these beautiful homes, guests can ride on a vintage bus, courtesy of Double A Charter Services of Rocky Hill. Tickets are $15 in advance; $20 at the door. - Enjoy Lunch
and other Activities provided by Kloter Farms Fall Finale Meet the Artists
and Artisans Karen will take part in the 47th annual Meet the Artists and Artisans. For more information visit http://www.meettheartistsandartisans.com/. CPFA -
Artsplace Karen will be teaching two classes at Artsplace in Cheshire. Classes are postponed by one week from what is listed on the website. Enroll today! Click here to learn more. Creative Arts Workshop
Karen will be teaching "Sculpture for the Outdoor Environment" at CAW. Click here to learn more. "Unearth Your Authenticity
& Power Up Your Life" Join renowned artist Karen Rossi and Authenticity Coach Marge Piccini for a delightful day of self-discovery at Karen's studio in the quaint northwest corner of Connecticut. The day will feature morning and afternoon workshops. Working with Karen for one workshop, you will create your very own fanciful flight character. The workshop with Marge will help you to unearth your passions and purpose, reflect on your strengths and talents, and celebrate your brilliance! Bring a friend! Space is limited. Register Now! Hartford Triathlon
Winding Trails, Farmington, CT September 13, 2009, 8 AM - 10 AM Karen will attend the 3rd Annual Women's Triathlon on Sunday, September 13. Her exclusively-designed pin will be given to all the participants. Participants will swim a 1/2 mile loop in the Winding Trails lake, cycle 12 miles through the quiet roads of Farmington and Avon and then enjoy a flat 5K run through the wide dirt trails in Winding Trails. Akuba Fitness
Blue Back Square, West Hartford, CT September 13, 2009, 11 AM - Noon Akuba Fitness is an event that will benefit Community Health Resources (CHR). More information to come. New York International Gift
Fair Karen will join Pilgrim Imports at the NYIGF in August. She will debut her newest natural-metal designs with Pilgrim Imports. For more information, visit http://www.nyigf.com/. Mermaids at Walnut
Beach Karen will take part in the 33rd annual SoNo Arts Celebration, an outdoor arts festival that takes place along the streets of the historic, waterfront district of South Norwalk, CT. This event is free-to-the-public and features the work of over 130 juried fine artists and craftspeople. For more information, visit http://www.sonoarts.org/ Friday Night Art Stroll
The "Out on a Whim" show at Gallery 101 Main will feature three whimsical artists: Karen Rossi, Doll Barnes, and Suzanne Urban. More info at gallery101main.com CT Open House Day
Karen will be taking part in the annual CT Open House Day by opening her Norfolk studio to the public. Guests will be able to make their own feather mobiles. Farmer's Market
The Norfolk Farmers Market is a nonprofit, town-sponsored marketplace for farmers and artisans. Come find fruit, vegetables, eggs, bread, jams & jellies, cheese, baked goods, plants, honey & maple syrup, meats, yarn, herbs, knives, jewelry, flowers and more. Karen will have her artwork and products available for sale. Bruce Museum
Dogwood Festival
For 73 years, the women of the Greenfield Hill Congregational Church have celebrated the beauty of spring time with the Dogwood Festival. Karen will take part in this year's event. For more information, visit http://www.greenfieldhillchurch.com/ The Garden Expo
Karen Rossi will exhibit at this year's Garden Expo in Fairfield. The eleventh annual Garden Expo will benefit River-Lab, the unique environmental science program of the Mill River Wetland Committee, Inc. For more information, visit TheGardenExpo.com South Windsor Chamber of
Commerce Karen Rossi will be hosting a "Make Your Own Fanciful Flight Workshop" for the South Windsor Chamber of Commerce. Parents
Workshop Karen will be teaching parents how to create art projects with their children. She will present ten art projects utilizing materials that can be found around the house. For more information, contact library at 860-673-3331. Clothesline Art Show
Karen will be taking part in the Clothesline Art Show at Artsplace. Check back to their website for up-and-coming details. Morley Elementary School
Karen will be selling her creations at the Morley School's Tag Sale & Bazaar. Artspace Hartford
Karen will be part of this art event in which 55-gallon steel drums will be used as the "canvas" for artist creations. Artists will modify the drums in distinctive and unique ways. Free event. Open to the public. CT Flower & Garden
Show Karen will be taking part in
the 28th Annual Rockville Bank Valentine
Brunch Karen will be at Maneeley's on Sunday, February 15th. Rockville Bank's 150th anniversary gifts will be available for purchase. The event will benefit area food banks. Fanciful Flight Workshop
During this parent & child workshop, participants will paint one of Karen’s signature Fanciful Flight metal bodies and decorate it with beads and charms. The cost is $40 per person, and this includes one metal body. Space is limited. For questions or to sign up, call 860-432-3773 or email ctartschool@cox.net. Visit http://www.ct-artschool.com/ to learn more. Art Exhibit &
Fundraiser Karen Rossi has many of her original metal sculptures on display and for sale at the Burlington Library. 35% of the proceeds will benefit the library's Children's Room, as the money will go toward a sculpture fund. The hope is to create a colorful and creative space using Karen Rossi sculptures. As part of the exhibit, Karen's alphabet mobile is hanging above the children's circulation desk. Several wall sculptures, as well as her Noah print, are on display in the Community Room. And, her Pilgrim Imports ornaments are also being displayed in the library's showcases. Be sure to stop by and see this whimsical collection! SCSU Art Exhibit
Karen will have her artwork on display at Southern
CT State University for about a month, starting in mid-December.
Visit Earl Hall lobby showcases (the art building), curated by professor
Arthur Guagliumi. Both Arthur and his wife Susan are past professors
of Karen, who graduated from Southern CT State University in 1982. All
were delighted to reconnect at the Guilford Fair this past
summer. Karen is honored to be back at her alma mater and
witness the growth of the University. It is a fitting place to be as her
first year of refocusing her career to showcase her original metalwork
comes to a close.
Hanukkah
Workshop - Make a "Macabee Spirit" Hanukkah commemorates the
Jewish Maccabees’ military victory in 167 BC. Express your own Maccabee
Spirit with Karen Rossi. Come Westport Creative Arts Festival
Karen will take part in an art show at the-renovated Staples High School in Westport. There will be over 150 booths, free parking, and a raffe to benefit needy organizations specific to Westport. Karen has donated one of her trademark flying angels to the raffle. JCC Show Karen will take part in an upcoming show at the JCC. Exciting new mobiles and other original art pieces will be on display. Date and additional information will be posted soon. Funky Monkey Karen will have a special show at The Funky Monkey in November. Visit their website! Crafts On Stage Karen will be in booth A3 at the 14th annual Crafts on Stage event held indoors at The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College. 100 juried artists will be showing original, handmade American crafts and art, jewelry, ceramics, fiber, wood, leather, glass, baskets, fine art and more! Artist Residency and Exhibition at Ethel Walker School Karen has been invited to be the Resident Artist at Ethel Walker. Along with workshops dedicated to the students at the school, she will have an extensive exhibition at the art gallery. The exhibition dates are Sept 9 through Oct 25. The gallery is located in the Bell Library. Hours of the gallery are 9-5 Mon thru Fri and 1-5 on Sundays. There will be a closing reception open to the public on Oct 25, from 1-5 p.m. Ethel Walker School is
located at: Litchfield Firehouse Show
A gathering of exceptional artists will take place at the Litchfield Firehouse. Take a beautiful Fall drive through northwestern CT and visit this fabulous show! Erector Square
Karen will take part in an art show at New Haven's Erector Square. More information to come.... CT Antique Machinery Assoc. Karen will take part in CAMA's Fall Festival. Visit CAMA or call 860-927-0050 to learn more. Creative Arts Workshop Sculpture in the Outdoor Environment Workshop: Starting September 23, 2008 Karen is teaching two fabulouc workshops at CAW. Call 203.562.4927 to sign up! Brookfield Art Center Karen will be teaching a one-day "Business of Art Workshop." Visit brookfieldcraftcenter.org to learn more. Artsplace Karen will be teaching a Make Your Own Fanciful Flight Workshop throughout the Fall semester at Artsplace. For more information, call 203-272-ARTS/2787. Glastonbury Art Guild "On the Green" Show Karen will take part in the 46th "On the Green" Fine Art Show in Glastonbury. The event will be held rain or shine and will feature over 200 exhbitors from around the counrty. Admission is free! Learn more about this fun event at glastonburyartguild.com Boulder Arts & Crafts Karen will be designing a special dreidel for Boulder Arts & Crafts. More details to come... Craft Expo 2008 on the Guilford Green Karen will take part in the 51st annual Guilford Art Center Craft Expo. She will have her original artwork and sculptures for sale. Gate proceeds benefit Guilford Art Center. Admission prices are $7; $5 seniors; free children under 12 & members. For more information, call 203-453-5947. Mosaics at Artsplace Students will learn grouting techniques and create a beautiful 12" X 12" mosaic of colored glass and tile, that may be inset into a table or chair or hung on its own. The cost is $100 for Cheshire residents and $110 for non-residents. A small registration fee also applies. All supplies are included. To register, call Artsplace at 203-272-ARTS/2787. Art Adventure Inner Circle - Mosaics Classes Inner Circle and Karen Rossi will team up to present an exploration of mosaics. The classes will begin with a trip to Mohegan Sun on June 25th, to observe the numerous mosaics that grace the walls of the casino. Two follow-up classes in July will allow students to create their own mosaic masterpieces. West Hartford Arts Plasma-Cutting Demo Karen will be giving a plasma-cutting demonstration as part of a Habitat for Humanity event. Movin' and Groovin' in Mosaics Add a new dimension to your mosaic garden masterpieces by creating them with your own ceramic tiles. Design and create your personalized tiles in the CAW pottery studio. Your mosaics will take on a whole new artistic quality as you explore the many ways to make them personalized. The cost is $176 or $156 for members. Call CAW at 203-562-4927 for more information or to register for the class. Greater Hartford Women's Conference Karen Rossi will be part of a women's panel at the Greater Hartford Women's Conference. She will also be joined by Janet Peckinpaugh, L. Kay Wilson, Laurie Rosner, Gina Barecca, and Renee Sherman. Registration for the conference is $99 through March 31 and $129 after March 31. This includes the program, breakfast, lunch, refreshments, and free giveaways. For more information, visit http://www.greaterhartfordwomensconference.com/. Go Green & Grow Your Own Event Karen Rossi will be taking part in Terra Gardens' upcoming garden event. She will demonstrate mosaic-making from 1-3 PM. Rossi licensed products and originals will be available for sale. Terra Gardens will feature special one-day sales including fruit trees for $19.99 (regular price $49.99) and Incredible Edible vegetable and fruit flats for $10! For more information, call Terra Gardens at 860-871-9477. "Full Bloom" Interview - Fridays in January & February,
2008: Karen
Rossi's recent interview with CT's own Zita Christian will begin airing on
Friday, January 25th. The show can be seen on the Manchester franchise of
Cox, which includes Manchester, South Windsor, Glastonbury, Rocky Hill,
Wethersfield, and Newington. Future franchise airings will be scheduled
for the coming months. Check back for additional air dates.
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