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SoMA Grand Opening
June 11, 2021 @ 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
SoMA, which stands for “South of Main Art Collective” was founded in an effort to form a creative collective where workshops, events, & classes are run. Focused on connecting community and arts, SoMA will host regularly scheduled art openings and events where clients and community members can connect with artists and makers
The mission of SoMA is to foster connections among artists and the public that ignite the creative spirit. The studio provides opportunities for interactions in the arts. They bring affordable art programs to the southern Connecticut area with art opportunities and resources to artists, students, and community members.
The art collective is home base for individual artists; Linalynn Schmelzer owner of River Valley Dance Project, Jeni Grey-Roberts owner of RiverFire Glass, Chelbi Wade owner of Shell and Bee Studio, and Erin Goodrich owner of Deep River Wellness. who will use the space to further their art and create learning opportunities for both youth and adults. In addition to the artist studio spaces, Shell & Bee Studio will run full art programs out of 3 classrooms, and there is a studio store that celebrates local makers and artists, and gallery event space.
Join SoMA for their grand opening. Enjoy a snack and drink while roaming the halls looking at art by the new residents at SoMA. The artists featured are Chelbi Wade, Erin Goodrich, Linalynn Schmeltzer, Jeni Grey-Roberts, and Marissa Napolitano
The ribbon-cutting with Middlesex Chamber of Commerce will happen at 4:30pm, Friday, June 11th.
The studio store will be open for shopping. The classrooms will be open for children’s free-draw. Music provided by Chris Lamperelli and Ricky Gagnier. High Nine Brewery will be pouring drinks and Chow! will be slinging tacos and bbq out of their food truck.
Join them for a night of art, fun, and community! Click here for more info.
