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Event Series 2024 UMass Dartmouth MFA Student Thesis Exhibition

2024 UMass Dartmouth MFA Student Thesis Exhibition

44 Troy Street Fall River, MA 02720 44 Troy Street Fall River, MA 02720, Fall River, MA

The UMass Dartmouth MFA Thesis Exhibition is a much anticipated and celebrated annual event showcasing the artwork of graduating Master of Fine Arts students from the College of Visual and Performing Arts. This year’s exhibition celebrates the work of graduates Ruth Douzinas, Zeph Luck, Matthew Napoli, Fallon Keiko Navarro, and Darley Ortiz Garcia. The creative work of these graduating students includes painting, drawing, ceramics, digital media, and site-specific installation. This year, the exhibition takes place in two locations, just 15 miles apart: The Ignition Space on 44 Troy Street in Fall River, MA 02720, and at the New Bedford Art Museum (People’s Gallery) at 608 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA 02740. Each student exhibits different pieces of their work in both locations. The exhibition at The Ignition Space is open from April 4 through May 17, 2024. The gallery hours are Thursdays & Fridays 4 PM to 8 PM, Saturdays & Sundays 12 PM to 5 PM. The exhibition is free and open to the public.

Free

Engage with Art and Technology: Live Drawing and Artist Talk

The Ignition Space 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, United States

The Fall River Arts and Culture Coalition (FRACC) invites you to a special event on April 28th from 3-5 pm. Hosted at The Ignition Space, 44 Troy #2. The event will begin at FR MoCA's space within 44 Troy, where attendees can observe a New Bedford Research and Robotics (NBRR) robot in action as it strikes "poses" while you draw from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm. At FRACC's Ignition Space, artist Ruth Douzinas will lead an insightful artist talk from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Ruth, a New York-based artist and environmental engineer, will discuss her collaboration with NBRR and explore themes of environmental sustainability and human ingenuity in her work. Ruth's artwork is currently on view in the Ignition Space as part of the UMass Dartmouth CVPA MFA Thesis Exhibition, offering attendees a unique opportunity to engage with her creative process and explore her exploration of value and environmental change through ceramics and found materials. This event is free and open to the public. Materials will be provided, and no experience is necessary. All skill levels and ages are welcome to participate.

Free

4th Annual We HeART Fall River

Old Second Street Old Second Street, Fall River, Massachusetts, United States +1 more

Fall River Celebrates Arts, Culture, and Community! Join in the fun as the Greater Fall River community comes together in a unified celebration of the power of the arts and culture to make a difference and change our lives, and our City, for the better. FREE fun for ALL AGES, taking place in the areas around the Government Center (S. Main St and Sullivan Drive, at Pocasset) >> Visit Old Second Street and attend a an artisan marketplace curated by the Fall River Farmers & Artisans Market! 40 of the area's top makers, crafters, artists, and more! >> On Sullivan Drive (closed to traffic): Food Trucks, entertainment from local dance groups, free arts and crafts for all ages, games and activities for kids, and the Neal McCarthy Band playing from 1:30-3:30 PM (Presented by The Narrows Center for the Arts). Also, the Troy City Brewing Biergarten will be back again!! >> At City Hall Plaza: the Community Action Zone, with information, free items, and family-friendly activities from local businesses and non-profits We HeART Fall River is once again pleased to be a part of ArtWeek SouthCoast, a 10-day celebration (May 5-14) of the place and presence of the arts in […]

Banking Services Available for Creative Small Business

44 Troy Street Fall River, MA 02720 44 Troy Street Fall River, MA 02720, Fall River, MA

This training is an important step toward creatives building a better business. This training has three sections: The first addresses banking services (except loans). The second covers financing options and sources available for creative small businesses. The third discusses how to avoid fraud and scams. After completing this module, the participants will be able to: Identify the banking services commonly available to a small business and explain how these services work. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of each of the banking services. Explain how small business owners decide which banking services are best for their business. Describe some benefits of building effective long-term relationships with a banker or lender. Describe the role of a personal credit score in the lending process. Explain the benefits of separating business and personal bank transactions This training session is presented by FRACC in partnership with Bristol County Savings Bank.

Free

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