Join us on May 3rd from 6 PM to 8 PM at the historic duCret Center of Art in Plainfield, NJ for the opening reception of The Art of Community Exhibition. Featuring the vibrant and diverse works of 26 local artists, this special evening celebrates creativity, connection, and community. Mingle with artists, explore thought-provoking artwork, […]
Amedeo Modigliani was fiercely proud of his Jewish heritage and Italian identity, beginning his artistic training under Macchiaioli painter Guglielmo Micheli. In 1906, at just 21, he arrived in Montmartre, Paris — handsome, talented, and free-spirited — and quickly immersed himself in the bohemian world of the avant-garde, rubbing shoulders with artists like Picasso at […]
Join us for the second installment of the Field Poetry Series, an evening that celebrates powerful voices and shared expression. This event will feature acclaimed poets Adele Kenny and Michael T. Young, In addition to our featured readers, we are offering 10 open mic slots on a first come basis. Whether you're a seasoned writer […]
Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center presents Our Town, Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning classic that captures the simple beauty and profound truths of small-town American life. Set in the fictional town of Grover’s Corners, the play explores themes of love, daily life, and mortality through the lives of ordinary people, reminding us to cherish every moment. Join […]
Fade by Tanya Saracho is a sharp, witty drama about class, culture, and identity in the entertainment industry. It follows Lucia, a Mexican-born television writer, who befriends the Latino janitor at her studio. As their conversations deepen, power dynamics shift, revealing unexpected truths and blurred lines between personal and professional worlds. September 12th at 8 […]
Stained Glass Workshop – One Day Only! Discover the art of stained glass in this hands-on, one-day workshop! In just 3.5 hours, you’ll learn the basics of cutting, foiling, and soldering glass as you create your very own colorful stained glass piece to take home. Perfect for beginners, this workshop includes all tools and materials—just […]
Small Bites at the duCret Center of Art, located at the intersection of Union, Somerset, and Middlesex Counties in New Jersey, features artist Maura Donahue’s vivid paintings on food, body image, and identity. This New Jersey art exhibition invites audiences to explore themes of indulgence, shame, and self-expression, making it a must-see event in Central […]
Class Registration is open for the Fall Session. Session starts on September 15th. New Class and Workshop offerings - Explore
See Cameron and Veronica, who are married, but don't have the same picture of what marriage looks like. Because of the differences, there will be arguments, secrets exposed, and choices to be made. Veronica and Cameron are Married but they are not Engaged. Come check out Charity and her crazy self, Jamal who is always […]
Halloween Tea Towel Workshop: No Experience Needed Learn the basics of machine sewing and appliqué in this fun, Halloween-themed project. Choose a ghost or bat design to appliqué onto pre-cut cotton fabric, then finish your tea towel with hemming and trim. You’ll learn how to thread and operate a sewing machine—perfect for true beginners or anyone […]
Watercolor Leaves – A Fall Workshop Celebrate the beauty of autumn in this relaxing 3-hour watercolor workshop focused on painting fall leaves. You’ll explore techniques for capturing the rich colors, delicate textures, and graceful shapes of leaves using transparent layers and expressive brushwork. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class […]
Stained Glass Workshop – One Day Only! Discover the art of stained glass in this hands-on, one-day workshop! In just 3.5 hours, you’ll learn the basics of cutting, foiling, and soldering glass as you create your very own colorful stained glass piece to take home. Perfect for beginners, this workshop includes all tools and materials—just […]