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Sunday, May 5

Singular Focus: Bristol Art Museum Takes Root at Blithewold

10:00 AM
Picture a solitary lilac bush amidst a field of daffodils or a lone shell on an expansive beach. This exhibit highlights the idea of singular focus within a composition. Whether it’s a lone figure against a nuanced backdrop or a distinct element …

Monday, May 6

Carving in Soapstone

1:00 PM
Soapstone is among the easiest of stones to carve and offers the satisfying challenge of working in the round. Beginners get grounding in reductive sculpture techniques, yet the beauty of the stone and the finishes that can be achieved appeal to …

Tuesday, May 7

Singular Focus: Bristol Art Museum Takes Root at Blithewold

10:00 AM
Picture a solitary lilac bush amidst a field of daffodils or a lone shell on an expansive beach. This exhibit highlights the idea of singular focus within a composition. Whether it’s a lone figure against a nuanced backdrop or a distinct element …

Wednesday, May 8

Singular Focus: Bristol Art Museum Takes Root at Blithewold

10:00 AM
Picture a solitary lilac bush amidst a field of daffodils or a lone shell on an expansive beach. This exhibit highlights the idea of singular focus within a composition. Whether it’s a lone figure against a nuanced backdrop or a distinct element …

Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer

10:00 AM
Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this beginner/intermediate six-class series. Through demonstrations, learn the basics of watercolor tools, color, composition, and paint applications as you learn new techniques and work on developing your …

Summer Red Wine Tasting on the Porch with Lynda Gaines

6:00 PM
As the weather turns warmer, lighter red wines are perfect for late afternoons at the beach or evenings in the backyard. Join us as we taste rose and red wines from regions of the world that produce lighter reds. We’ll also discuss some of the …

Thursday, May 9

Singular Focus: Bristol Art Museum Takes Root at Blithewold

10:00 AM
Picture a solitary lilac bush amidst a field of daffodils or a lone shell on an expansive beach. This exhibit highlights the idea of singular focus within a composition. Whether it’s a lone figure against a nuanced backdrop or a distinct element …

Friday, May 10

Singular Focus: Bristol Art Museum Takes Root at Blithewold

10:00 AM
Picture a solitary lilac bush amidst a field of daffodils or a lone shell on an expansive beach. This exhibit highlights the idea of singular focus within a composition. Whether it’s a lone figure against a nuanced backdrop or a distinct element …

Saturday, May 11

Singular Focus: Bristol Art Museum Takes Root at Blithewold

10:00 AM
Picture a solitary lilac bush amidst a field of daffodils or a lone shell on an expansive beach. This exhibit highlights the idea of singular focus within a composition. Whether it’s a lone figure against a nuanced backdrop or a distinct element …

Mother's Day TEa

11:00 AM
Treat the Moms in your life to cups of tea, freshly baked scones with sweet cream, and a three-tiered tray filled with sweet and savory treats. Simply luxurious! The whole family is invited to enjoy Blithewold’s Dining Room for this special …

Sunday, May 12

Singular Focus: Bristol Art Museum Takes Root at Blithewold

10:00 AM
Picture a solitary lilac bush amidst a field of daffodils or a lone shell on an expansive beach. This exhibit highlights the idea of singular focus within a composition. Whether it’s a lone figure against a nuanced backdrop or a distinct element …

Mother's Day Tea

11:00 AM
Treat the Moms in your life to cups of tea, freshly baked scones with sweet cream, and a three-tiered tray filled with sweet and savory treats. Simply luxurious! The whole family is invited to enjoy Blithewold’s Dining Room for this special …

Monday, May 13

Carving in Soapstone

1:00 PM
Soapstone is among the easiest of stones to carve and offers the satisfying challenge of working in the round. Beginners get grounding in reductive sculpture techniques, yet the beauty of the stone and the finishes that can be achieved appeal to …

Wednesday, May 15

Picnic-Friendly Wines on the Porch with Lynda Gaines

6:00 PM
There are many options when it comes to selecting wines to pair with a picnic of easy-to-eat finger foods. Come learn about how different wines complement various foods in your picnic basket, from cheeses to fruits to nuts. This hands-on class will …

Friday, May 17

Create a Vegetable Garden Trellis

9:00 AM
Join our horticulture team in the Vegetable Garden to create a bamboo structure that will impress garden guests and increase space for growing. Through the process, participants will learn when and where to use vertical trellising in the vegetable …

Monday, May 20

Carving in Soapstone

1:00 PM
Soapstone is among the easiest of stones to carve and offers the satisfying challenge of working in the round. Beginners get grounding in reductive sculpture techniques, yet the beauty of the stone and the finishes that can be achieved appeal to …

Wednesday, May 22

Conifers of Blithewold with Galen Wilbur

10:00 AM
Conifer connoisseur and groundskeeper Galen Wilbur will discuss the incredible collection in the landscape from near and far. Discover the wide variety of conifers at Blithewold and their effectiveness in controlling hard winter winds, softening …

Tuesday, May 28

Early Bird Sensory Walks with Blithewold’s Environmental Educator, Connie Ganley

6:30 AM
Experience the peace of Blithewold as the birds do! You will be gently guided through our natural spaces; taking in and connecting with the early morning sights, sounds, and smells during this leisurely stroll. Unwind and recharge, science has shown …

Blithewold Home-School Days

10:00 AM
Join us on the last Tuesday of each month, from September through May, for fun (and educational) hands-on learning at Blithewold! This year we will offer programs in Science, History, and Art. Each month, we will begin by collecting data for Cornell …

Wednesday, May 29

Nature Mandala Series: Meditation Mandalas

6:00 PM
Local artist Beth Adoette is coming to Blithewold to share her unique practice of partnering with nature in a monthly workshop series. This workshop offers people the opportunity to unplug and be in the moment while exploring beautiful objects of …

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