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SUMMARY:Falmouth Chamber Players Orchestra Fall concerts
DESCRIPTION:The Falmouth Chamber Players Orchestra\, under the direction of conductor Thomas Kociela\, will present its Fall Concerts\, titled “Charm\, Elegance\, and Wit\,” on Saturday\, November 1\, at 3 PM\, and Sunday\, November 2\, at 3 PM\, at Morse Pond School Auditorium\, 323 Jones Road\, in Falmouth. \nThe program includes the Overture to L’italiana in Algeri by Rossini\, Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3 featuring soloist Gigi Turgeon\, and Haydn’s Symphony No. 101\, “The Clock.” \n“We are pleased to welcome back Thomas Kociela as our conductor for this season\,” said Melanie Hayn\, president of the orchestra. Thomas G. Kociela\, FCPO conductor for the 2025-2026 season\, is also music director of the Rhode Island College Symphony Orchestra and the Parkway Concert Orchestra (Norwood\, MA). \nOf the program\, Kociela says\, “The program title\, ‘Charm\, Elegance and Wit\,’ says it all. Rossini brings the charm\, drawing listeners in with his unmistakable style and spirited energy. Next\, Mozart’s elegant Violin Concerto No. 3 is performed by our concertmaster Gigi Turgeon\, whose artistry brings to life Mozart’s blend of grace\, expressive lyricism\, and precise clarity. And Haydn\, of course\, can’t resist showing off his wit. Through playful craftsmanship\, Haydn continually delights\, setting up expectations and then turning them upside down in the most surprising way. Together\, these works create a concert experience that radiates pure joy!” \nGioachino Rossini (1792-1813) is known for his sparkling\, witty\, and lively overtures\, designed to entertain and cheer an audience\, and his Overture to L’italiana in Algeri (The Italian Girl in Algiers) is one of his best. The opera\, completed in less than a month\, tells the tale of a Turkish Bey in Algiers who is bored by his harem and orders his captain to find him an Italian girl to liven things up. The overture begins with calm and stately pizzicatos from the strings and a gentle oboe solo\, followed by a sudden fortissimo outburst from the whole orchestra\, some delightful woodwind solos\, and several vibrant “Rossini crescendos\,” setting the stage for the zany and implausible tale of love and intrigue\, which follows. \nMozart presented his five violin concertos\, composed between 1773-1775\, during his concertizing tour between 1777-1779. These concertos perfectly promoted his talents as a skillful composer as well as a masterful violinist. Concerto No.3 in G major demonstrates a variety of his best qualities. \nSoloist Guiomar (Gigi) Turgeon describes the concerto: “The first movement is delightfully cheerful and energetic. The second movement is a true Adagio (rarely used by Mozart) which includes the gentle tones of muted strings\, pulsating rhythms\, plucked bassi and delicate flutes to create a beautiful and serene color. The third movement displays Mozart’s quirky humor. Throughout his rustic theme\, he inserts the Austrian “Strassburger” tune which without a doubt displays his sentimental ties to his Salzburg home. \n“Within this single composition\, Mozart satisfies with buoyant energy\, surprising color and whimsical flare making this an audience favorite.” \n“I’m excited to be working with Gigi as our soloist for this concert\,” said Hayn. “Her playing is so delicate and expressive; it’s a real inspiration to the players.” \nA third-generation musician\, Ms. Turgeon began her violin studies at the age of three and worked under many prominent violin masters. She has performed in orchestras led by Leonard Bernstein\, Christopher Hogwood\, Grant Llewellyn\, Seizi Ozawa\, and John Williams. She is also concertmaster for the Dedham Choral Society and performs regularly with many Boston ensembles and founder and director of the Clerici Chamber Music Series. \nJoseph Haydn (1732-1809) was known as the “Father of the Symphony” for his role in defining the classical musical style. He achieved worldwide fame during his lifetime\, writing a total of 104 symphonies. No. 101 is part of a group of twelve “London symphonies\,” so-called because they were commissioned to be performed in that city. Composed during the winter of 1793-1794 in Vienna\, and premiered to in London in March of 1794\, No. 101 is known as the “Clock” symphony because of the “tick-tock” rhythm created by the pizzicato lower strings and staccato bassoons in the second movement. Immensely popular at its premiere\, the symphony is still regarded as one of the world’s greatest symphonies. It shimmers with energy\, intensity\, wit\, and charm. \nA donation at the door of $20 for adults and $5 for young professionals is suggested\, with free admission for students. Tickets are available only at the door. For more information\, visit falmouthchamberplayers.org. \nThe FCPO is funded in part by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod\, the Falmouth Cultural Council\, the Mass Cultural Council\, the Cape Cod Melody Tent\, and the Woods Hole Foundation.
URL:https://artsfalmouth.org/event/falmouth-chamber-players-orchestra-fall-concerts/
LOCATION:Morse Pond School\, 323 Jones Road\, Falmouth\, MA\, 02540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classical music,orchestra
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SUMMARY:Fall Wine Tasting: Wines of the Southern Rhone
DESCRIPTION:West Falmouth Library is pleased to once again host sommelier Steve Bodell\, bringing you “Wines of the Southern Rhone” to a tasting on Wednesday\, October 29th at 6pm. Tickets are $45 for one person; $70 for two people. Registration is required; register online. \nFrance’s southern Rhone Valley is home to a wide range of wines. There are over a dozen appellations from Côtes du Rhône to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The terroir is very diverse and there are over a dozen grape varieties that can be used in blending wine. Please join us as we explore this fascinating and delicious wine region.
URL:https://artsfalmouth.org/event/fall-wine-tasting-wines-of-the-southern-rhone/
LOCATION:West Falmouth Library\, 575 West Falmouth Highway\, West Falmouth\, MA\, 02574\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wine tasting
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SUMMARY:Social Dancing with Glen Carliss
DESCRIPTION:Join Glen Carliss with your partner on a 6-week journey to learn social dancing for two. These lessons are easy going and a unique opportunity to have FUN learning to dance with a partner. Glen will proceed slowly and will not leave anyone behind. \nPlease dress to impress in your favorite formal wear for our last lesson on December 1st where we will debut and celebrate your new found skills and confidence with a champagne toast\, refreshments and a live band! \nRegistration Required\, space is limited. $300 per couple for the 6 week session\, Mondays 6-8pm October 27th-December 1st. Register online. \nPlease dress in comfortable casual loose-fitting clothes. Hard soled shoes are best. Sneakers and sandals don’t work as well. Please bring along water to stay hydrated throughout class.
URL:https://artsfalmouth.org/event/social-dancing-with-glen-carliss/
LOCATION:West Falmouth Library\, 575 West Falmouth Highway\, West Falmouth\, MA\, 02574\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance instruction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T150000
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SUMMARY:Falmouth Public Library Spooky Halloween Bash!
DESCRIPTION:Following the Falmouth Village Association’s Halloween Stroll on Falmouth Main Street (1-3 PM on 10/25/2025)\, the Falmouth Public Library Main Branch will be hosting a Spooky Party from 3 PM – 6:30 PM. I know I never want the spooky season days to end\, so finish your Halloween Stroll at the Main Branch of Falmouth Public Library (300 Main Street\, Falmouth)! \nEverything is free and there is no registration required\, just come in to Falmouth Public Library Main Branch and strap in for some spooky fun! The Spooky Party is for all ages. We will have pumpkin carving\, games\, crafts and friendly competitions like who can eat the whole donut hanging off a string! There will also be plenty of snacks and apple cider. The party will be held on the first floor of the library. These activities will be running and rocking for the duration of the party! \nTHEN at 4 PM during the spooky party\, a “Tour of Halloween around the World” will be held in the Hermann Meeting room. The Hermann room will turn into a maze guided tour where you will learn about how different cultures celebrate spooky season. There may be a few ghosts that find their way into the maze\, so get ready for some ghost hunting along the way. The fun doesn’t stop there! At the end of the tour\, folks will emerge into a fire lit room where professional voice actors\, in full costume\, will be reading aloud numerous spooky stories for all to enjoy. The tour will swing back around to the Spooky Party for more fun with family and friends! There will also be a special spooky movie playing in the Bay Room (right next to the Hermann meeting room) for all to enjoy throughout the party! \n10/1/2025 – 10/31/2025: A Scooby Doo Villain Scavenger Hunt throughout the library. Come to the main branch during open hours and see if you can catch all the villains! If you can\, you will be awarded an official Mystery Inc. Detective badge! \n**10/25/2025 at 11AM in the FPL Main Branch Young Adult Room Cara Bean will be running a Spooky Doodling Workshop for Tweens and Teens.\n**10/25/2025 at 2:00 PM in the FPL Main Branch Young Adult Room Cara Bean will be running a Spooky Doodling Workshop for Adults. \n**Cara Bean’s Doodling events require registration. Please use our online calendar to register\, email Clint at cjohnson@falmouthpubliclibrary.org\, or give us a call at 508-457-2555. \nCara will also be signing her latest book “here i am\, i am me” in between and after her events at the Falmouth Public Library Main Branch.
URL:https://artsfalmouth.org/event/falmouth-public-library-spooky-halloween-bash/
LOCATION:Falmouth Public Library\, 300 Main Street\, Falmouth\, MA\, 02540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Book sales,Culture,Holiday events,Literacy,Spoken word,Theater,Travel talks
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SUMMARY:“Unexpected Encounters” an exhibition by Alan Trugman
DESCRIPTION:“Unexpected Encounters”\, an exhibition by Alan Trugman\, will be on view at Woodruff’s Art Center from October 3 through November 14. An opening reception will take place on Friday\, October 3 from 5-6:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public. \n“Unexpected Encounters\,” is a creative exploration into the possibilities of printmaking. Alan’s unique approach combines the techniques of relief and monoprinting\, creating an interplay between the inherent structure of the carved relief plates and the expressive spontaneity of monotype printmaking. Each print is a singular work of art that reveals a dialogue between color and mark. Alan’s process of printing and responding allows for a balance between intention and unpredictability\, resulting in compositions that are both deliberate and unexpected. \nAlan is a multidisciplinary artist working in printmaking\, photography\, and digital art. Born in New York and raised in Los Angeles\, he studied theater at Los Angeles City College and the University of Southern California. He spent 20 years in the entertainment industry\, contributing to both costuming and costume design for television and film\, before relocating to Cape Cod in 1993 to reconnect with his passion for visual art.
URL:https://artsfalmouth.org/event/unexpected-encounters-an-exhibition-by-alan-trugman/
LOCATION:Woodruff’s Art Center\, 1 North Market Street\, Mashpee\, 02649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art shows,Artists,Free events,In-person events,Receptions
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