Watercolor class slated March 2 at Beacon Falls Senior Center

BEACON FALLS - Enjoy a relaxing, beginner-friendly Watercolor Class with Rich DiCarlo at the Beacon Falls Senior Center, 57 N. Main St.

This hands-on class is designed for those new to watercolor as well as anyone looking to explore painting in a low-pressure, supportive environment.

Participants will learn basic watercolor techniques and enjoy the creative process together. The subject of the painting will be revealed the night of the class, adding an element of surprise and fun.

All experience levels are welcome, and no prior painting experience is necessary.

$8 Material Fee

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Shared from the Beacon Falls Public Library Facebook page.

Artist to demonstrate working with watercolor at Shelton Community Center

 

'Turnback Tuesday': Ice skating on Derby Dam

Turnback Tuesday looks at ice skating. It is suggested the earliest ice skating started in Finland more than 3,000 years ago. 

Popularity increased and recreational skating took hold by the 15th Century. When local waters froze, adults and children would strap on skates and enjoy themselves. It was a time to socialize with neighbors and friends plus do some recreational activity. 

This watercolor shows folks of Derby doing just that more than 120 years ago at the Derby Dam.

Thanks goes to Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

Paint pic of your pet at Huntington Branch Library workshop in Shelton

 

'Turnback Tuesday' features watercolor image of Derby Landing

Turnback Tuesday is sharing a David Gray watercolor that hangs in Derby Public Library. 

This image is of the Ship Building Yard at Derby Landing. It was started in the spring of 1824 by brothers Zephaniah and Israel Hallock. 

They ran a successful business over a span of 44 years, building 50 vessels. The last ship to be built was called the "Modesty." 

In 1868, the brothers sold their property to the Naugatuck Railroad.

Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

Watercolor Workshop returns to Main Street Gallery in Ansonia