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Five Points Arts hosts a variety of programs and events – community activities, guest speakers, special celebrations, benefits, as well as ongoing group meetings for artists and art enthusiasts.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Produced and Directed by Kathy Kelly
Saturday, June 13, 2026
7:00 PM
Sunday, June 14, 2026
2:00 PM
Tickets: $15
Five Points Arts Center
Based on actual love letters, this historical drama was produced and directed by veteran TV/film actress Kathy Kelly and written by award-winning, internationally acclaimed playwright Cinzi Lavin.
The cast features David Macharelli, Olivia Wadsworth, Robert Kwalick, John Fabiani, Joel Osborne, Harmony Tanguay, and Roni Gelormino.
At Ski Sundown – 126 Ratlum Rd, New Hartford, CT 06057
Saturday, June 13, 2026
1:00 – 5:00 PM
Head for the hills! The Litchfield Hills Brewfest is back at Ski Sundown in New Hartford! Sample specialty beers, wines, microbrews, cider, and moonshine from more than 70 vendors while enjoying live music. Food will be available for purchase from a variety of food vendors. In addition, there will be many silent auctions and raffles to win!
Tickets are $40* in advance; $45* at the door. Designated driver tickets are $20* in advance; $25* at the door.
Event proceeds benefit Friends of Troop 3, Inc., Five Points Arts, St. Maron Church, and Summit Adaptive Sports. Thank you to our sponsoring store, Nejaime’s Fine Wine & Spirits, Watertown, CT. *Non-alcoholic sampling available! Must be 21 to attend; no children/babies/pets allowed.
Presented by Paula Josa Jones, featuring performers from our community
Sunday, July 5, 2026
7:00 PM
Celebrating the power we, the people, have to shape the next 250 years of our great American Experiment.
FREE ADMISSION
Dance Performances • Music • Art Tent • Global Food truck
Five Points Arts Center, 855 University Drive, Torrington, CT
Friday, July 17, 2026
6-8 PM
Five Points Arts Center
• Print Festival Weekend Opening Celebration
• Live Auction: 10 Prints by 10 renowned Printmakers
• Exclusive Preview of the International Juried Print Exhibition
• Live Music Performance by Gomez & Sadlon, Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
• Specialty hors d’oeuvres, wine
• Cocktails by Litchfield Distillery
Saturday, July 18, 2026
10 AM – 4 PM
Sunday, July 19, 2026
10 AM – 4 PM
Five Points Arts Center – FREE AND OPEN TO ALL
Artists creating large-scale prints on BIG INK’s legendary press
International Juried Print Show Exhibited throughout the Arts Center
Demonstrations of: Screen Print, Fine Art Digital, Offset printing, Lithography, Printing on Ceramics, and more!
Interactive hands-on print activities for all ages,
Festival book sale and gift shop
The Taco Shack Food Truck
ONGOING PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Uninstructed
Fridays (weekly)
10 AM – 1 PM
Join an open studio space where creatives, makers and artists of all levels work alongside one another in an inspiring and supportive environment. Bring materials or a creative project to work on, all mediums are welcome!
lead by Judy McElhone
Tuesday (monthly)
2 – 3 PM
Bring an original work for personal, constructive feedback and discussion with fellow artists. All skill levels and mediums are welcome!
moderated by Bill Haygood
Thursday (monthly)
2 – 3 PM
Share in thought-provoking and engaging discussion on the visual arts and the creative journey. Each month focuses on a book or books on a common art-related topic.
Watch now:
Judy McElhone, Founder/Executive Director of Five Points Arts, joins as a guest on Fox61 News discussing the organization and its impact on Torrington as a growing cultural district.
Aired: May 30, 2025
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