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SUMMARY:Reading Art Association to Feature Pastel Landscape Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Artist Jeff Fioravanti will demonstrate his pastel landscape techniques on October 14\nReading\, MA — At 7:30pm in Guild Hall at the First Congregational Church\, Sanborn St.\, Reading\, Jeff Fioravanti will demonstrate pastel landscapes. \nAs a youth\, Jeff’s relatives often encouraged his creative pursuits; however\, it wasn’t until later in life that he began to seriously develop and refine his artistic interests. \nA juried member of the Copley Society of Art\, Jeff is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America (PSA)\, and an IAPS (International Association of Pastel Societies) Eminent Pastel member\, an Artist Member of the North Shore Art Association (Gloucester\, MA) as well as the Newburyport Art Association. Jeff creates images based on his life experiences that are designed to stimulate the viewer to make an emotional or personal connection to each painting. \nHe has taken “1st Place Landscape Division” and “3rd Place Landscape Division” in the Pastel Journal “Pastel 100 International Competition”\, “Gold” in the International Association of Pastel Societies Juried International Exhibition\, and “Best in Show” at the CT Pastel Society National Exhibit\, in addition to multiple awards at the international\, national\, and local level. Currently living in Lynn\, Massachusetts\, he is also a member of the Saugus High School Athletic Hall of Fame. He is represented by the Sidoti Gallery of Art in Rockport\, Massachusetts. www.FioravantiFineArt.com
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LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Reading\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:History Comes to Life with a Visit from Abigail Adams
DESCRIPTION:Meet historical interpreter Audrey Stuck-Girard on October 18 for a fascinating look at Revolutionary America\, local artifacts\, and Reading’s early history\nReading\, MA — Step back into Revolutionary America and meet Abigail Adams\, portrayed by professional historical interpreter Audrey Stuck-Girard. Learn what daily life was like during the American Revolution through the eyes of one of the nation’s most influential early women. Following the presentation\, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion. \nVisitors can also explore Revolutionary-era artifacts and documents used and produced right here in Reading. Tour the new History Alcove at First Congregational Church and view portraits of many of Reading’s early leaders. View portraits of early residents such as Rev. Thomas Haven (Haven Street)\, first pastor of Reading’s Third Parish beginning in 1770\, and Rev. Peter Sanborn (Sanborn Street and Peter Sanborn Place). Members of the Reading Antiquarian Society will be on hand with items from Reading’s past and fascinating insights into local history. \nEnjoy period-inspired refreshments while chatting with local history experts and fellow history enthusiasts. \nAdmission is free. All are welcome! \nSunday\, October 18 at 2:00 PM\nFirst Congregational Church of Reading\n25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA
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LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Reading\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, United States
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