We have a fabulous array of artists signed up for the June 29 Arts Festival, but we have room for a few more and welcome applications until April 1st.
Click on the "Apply" button above to submit your application!
Announcing the New Milford Poetry Contest 2024 Sponsored by New Milford Commission on the Arts, New Milford Public LIbrary, and the Town of New Milford. Separate categories for Youth, Young Adult, Adult, and Seniors. Submissions will be accepted March 1 through April 22 with cash prizes, a poetry reading on May 11th at the Library, and a display of winning poems. For more information, guidelines, and submissions visit the Poetry 2024 page.
The New Milford Commission on the Arts was established by ordinance in 1977. Its mission is to support and encourage the development and appreciation of artistic and cultural experiences in the Town. Experiences include but are not limited to music, theater, dance, film, literature, and visual arts such as painting, sculpture, photography, and architecture. The Commission coordinates or contracts with individuals or organizations to sponsor, fund, or originate cultural and artistic activities.
The Commission is a volunteer organization that maintains monthly meetings that are open to the general public. Agendas and Minutes of these meetings are held on file in the New Milford Town Clerk’s Office.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Lou Mandler, Chair
Ali Psomas, Secretary
Maureen Henriques
Julie Learson
McAdory Lipscomb
Rachael McCord
Susan Randel
Ryan Rebstock
Jeremy Ruman
Alice Schuette
Marc Vanasse
Alternates:
Carolyn Hyde
Ella Newman
Ellen Reynolds
To apply for Arts Funding, please download the linked file: Arts Funding App
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Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio is sponsored by the New Milford Commission on the Arts. Its mission is to provide a friendly space to display and sell remarkable works of fine art and unique handmade artisan creations; to stimulate interaction and cultural exchange throughout western Connecticut and with other arts organizations and schools; to educate through programs and presentations; and to foster interest and appreciation for the creative arts within the greater New Milford community. All this happens in an atmosphere that fosters support and cooperation among its members.
The Edwin Kinkade Concerts on the Green series is organized by the NMCOA. Free concerts are held on Saturdays at 7 PM from July through August at the bandstand on the Village Green. Residents are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs. See the concerts tab above for information about future and past concerts, bands, and musicians.
Caroling was held on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at 6:30 pm at the bandstand followed by the Parade of Lights at 7:30 pm. It is a wonderful way for area families to share the spirit of the holiday season.
December 15-31, 2023 - Model trains are back! Sponsored by the New Milford Commission on the Arts, it is located at Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio and is open on Friday & Saturday from noon to 6pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
New Milford's 2023 Arts Festival was held on Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 11 am - 5 pm on the New Milford Green. Sponsored by New Milford Commission on the Arts and Town of New Milford.
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