Urban Life | Art Exhibition
2026-03-13 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-17 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-18 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-20 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-23 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-24 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome, NY, 13440, United States
“Urban Life” is a free, open-call, non-juried, salon-style group art exhibition that captures the pulse, rhythm, and complexity of contemporary city living. Through diverse artistic perspectives, it explores the architecture, energy, and human stories that define urban environments. Each piece reflects the interplay between structure and spontaneity, order and chaos, permanence and change—revealing how cities shape identity and experience. From towering skylines and intricate street grids to fleeting moments of connection in crowded spaces, the exhibition celebrates both the grandeur and intimacy of metropolitan life. Artists reinterpret familiar scenes—bridges, buildings, alleys, and lights—transforming them into visual narratives that speak to the beauty and tension of urban existence.
The exhibition celebrates the art of observation, in which the familiar becomes extraordinary through the artist’s gaze. Through painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media, the participating artists invite viewers to pause and rediscover beauty in the overlooked details of daily life, capturing the stillness that speaks volumes.
Exhibit Dates: March 5 – March 27

Trivium at the RACC
2026-03-16 18:30 - 20:30
Join us at the RACC on Monday, March 16th, at 6:30 PM for a lively classical and contemporary concert featuring Trivium, a clarinet/French horn/piano trio comprised of Alliance Classical Players Colleen O’Neil, Claire McKenney and Robbie Padilla.
Trivium will perform works by Alec Wilder, Gina Gillie, Heinrich Molbe, Friedrich Voigt, Maximillian Heidrich and more, including several pieces featuring the piano stylings of Robbie Padilla. The concert is sponsored by Alliance Classical Players and will be followed by complimentary desserts.
$5 donation at the door. Drinks available for a donation.

Paper Quilling Gift Box Make & Sip
2026-03-18 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a Paper Quilling Gift Box Make & Sip event on Wednesday, March 18th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Follow along with our host Sandie Craven-Griffiths and make decorated gift boxes while you learn Quilling, the very old art of paper filigree.
These gift boxes will be great for the coming season of bridal showers, weddings, Mother’s Day, graduations…or just to say ” thank you” and can be used for jewelry, gifts cards, chocolates and more!
$40 for RACC Members, $45 for Nonmembers.
Tickets include all materials, drinks, and snacks!
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Art Infusion Day Camp - Superintendent's Day
2026-03-20 08:30 - 15:30
Welcome to Art Infusion, a fun and creative arts-based day camp experience designed to spark imagination and artistic expression! Modeled after our successful Artletics summer camp program, Art Infusion offers a safe, high-quality environment where creativity flourishes.

Camp hours are 9:00am – 3:00pm.
Drop off is between 8:30-9:00am and Pick up is between 3:00-3:30pm.
Rise-n-shine Camp is 7am-8:30am and After Camp is 3:30am-5pm.

Music Monday with Collage Jazz
2026-03-23 18:30 - 20:30
Join us on Monday, March 23rd, at 6:30 PM for a concert with Collage Jazz.
This concert is FREE ADMISSION with drinks available for a donation!

Fruit Tree & Berry Workshop | Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County Master Garden
2026-03-28 09:00 - 13:00
Join us at the RACC for a Fruit Tree & Berry Workshop hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County Master Garden.

Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

$30 (pre-registration required)Register at the QR Code, through Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County https://cceoneida.com or contact Holly Wise, Resource Educator at hlw2@cornell.edu or (315) 736-3394 ext .125.

Come Learn, Grow, & Connect!
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN• Proper pruning techniques for berries• Seasonal care for raspberries, brambles, figs, and tree fruit• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies for Tree Fruit

FEATURED PRESENTERS• Master Gardener Volunteers (MGV), Cornell Cooperative Extension• Natika Walters – CCE Oneida County Agriculture Educator• Anna Wallis (she/her) – Fruit IPM Coordinator, Cornell University

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?Gardeners · Educators · Fruit Growers · Fruit Entrepreneurs

Mrs. Bruno and the Art Masters – Georgia O'Keeffe
2026-03-28 10:00 - 12:00
Join us at the RACC for a Paint & Snack style class celebrating the works of art master Georgia O’Keefe!
March 28 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, recommended for parents and kids ages 4-8 to enjoy together.
$20 for RACC Members, $25 for Nonmembers, includes all supplies and snacks.
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Easter Egg Hunt @ the RACC
2026-03-28 16:00 - 18:00
Join us at the RACC for a FREE Easter Egg Hunt complete with a visit from the Easter Bunny!
Saturday, March 28th at 4:00 PM. Recommended for ages 1-9.

The Lost Child: A Theatrical Musical Suite with Narration
2026-03-30 18:30 - 20:30
Join us at the Rome Art and Community Center for “The Lost Child: A Theatrical Musical Suite with Narration” Monday, March 30th at 6:30 PM.
$5 donation at the door, drinks available for a donation.
“The Lost Child: A Theatric Musical Suite with Narration” is composed by Joseph Karwacki and will be performed by the ensemble Punctum Originem.
The ensemble Punctum Originem is made up of Joseph Karwacki, Double Bass/Composer, Juliane Price, Singer/Narrator, Elizabeth Evans, Flautist, Sar-Shalom Strong, Pianist, and Matthew Rockwell, Drummer.
The Lost Child is a 55-minute multi-movement suite that navigates the tension between human emotion and scientific inquiry, the profound juxtaposition of Time, Creation, Memory, and Science.

Featured Artist Bios
Joseph Karwacki (Double Bass/Composer): A graduate of the Ithaca College School of Music, Joseph has served as Principal Bassist for the Utica Symphony Orchestra for over 40 years. Throughout a prolific career, he has shared the stage with legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, and Mstislav Rostropovich. As an educator and former president of Stage Music Piano Co., his compositions have been performed at national conventions and by members of the Syracuse Symphony.
Juliane Price (Singer/Narrator): A Folkwang University graduate with a Masters in Opera, Juliane has starred in world premieres and as a soloist with Symphoria and the Utica Symphony. A multi-award winner of the Lotte Lenya and German National Voice competitions, she has performed extensively across European theaters and major cruise lines. Now a CNY-based educator and NATS member, she maintains a diverse career in film, voice-over, and live performance with her ensemble, “Avec Sentiments.”
Elizabeth Evans (Flute): An accomplished soloist and chamber musician, Elizabeth is frequently featured in high-profile regional ensembles, including the Alliance Classical Players. Known for her versatility across genres, she has performed cornerstone works like Claude Bolling’s Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano. Her technical precision and expressive phrasing make her a vital voice in exploring the ethereal themes within The Lost Child.
Sar-Shalom Strong (Piano): A Lecturer in Piano at Hamilton College, Sar-Shalom is a highly sought-after collaborative artist who has performed with Symphoria . He is a core member of the Society for New Music and has recorded for the Innova and Naxos labels. A recipient of the Steinway Top Teacher Award, he brings unparalleled harmonic depth to this suite.
Matthew Rockwell (Drums): A Manhattan School of Music alumnus and owner of Anecdote Music Publications, Matthew has over 30 years of experience across jazz, rock, and avant-garde styles. He has performed at Carnegie Recital Hall and collaborated with artists such as Natalie Cole. As the leader of the Matthew Rockwell Group, he is a specialist in complex rhythmic training and contemporary percussion textures.

Out of the H₂O | Art Exhibit Opening Reception
2026-04-02 18:00 - 20:00
Join us at the RACC for the “Out of the H₂O” Opening Reception!
Thursday, April 2nd | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Water is both origin and mirror—an element that sustains, transforms, and reflects the world around it. “Out of the H₂O” brings together a diverse group of artists whose works explore the fluidity, power, and symbolism of water in its many forms. Through painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media, the exhibition immerses viewers in the shifting relationships between humanity and this essential element. From tranquil reflections and cascading waves to the unseen depths of oceans and the fragility of melting ice, each piece reveals a unique dialogue with water’s physical and emotional resonance. The exhibition invites contemplation of water as a source of life, a force of change, and a metaphor for renewal and loss.
“Out of the H₂O” celebrates the beauty and complexity of this vital element, reminding all who enter of its enduring presence within and beyond the human experience.
“Out of the H₂O” is a free, open-call, non-juried, salon-style group art exhibition.
Exhibition Dates: April 2 to April 24

Out of the H₂O | Art Exhibition
2026-04-03 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-08 09:00 - 16:00
Water is both origin and mirror—an element that sustains, transforms, and reflects the world around it. “Out of the H₂O” brings together a diverse group of artists whose works explore the fluidity, power, and symbolism of water in its many forms. Through painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media, the exhibition immerses viewers in the shifting relationships between humanity and this essential element. From tranquil reflections and cascading waves to the unseen depths of oceans and the fragility of melting ice, each piece reveals a unique dialogue with water’s physical and emotional resonance. The exhibition invites contemplation of water as a source of life, a force of change, and a metaphor for renewal and loss.
“Out of the H₂O” celebrates the beauty and complexity of this vital element, reminding all who enter of its enduring presence within and beyond the human experience.
“Out of the H₂O” is a free, open-call, non-juried, salon-style group art exhibition.
Exhibition Dates: April 2 to April 24

Art Infusion Day Camp - Spring Recess
2026-04-06 08:30 - 15:30, 2026-04-07 08:30 - 15:30, 2026-04-08 08:30 - 15:30, 2026-04-09 08:30 - 15:30

Live Music with Mariah Taylor
2026-04-06 18:30 - 20:30
Join us at the RACC for Live Music with Mariah Taylor on Monday, April 4 at 6:30 PM.

Mariah Taylor is a talented Puerto Rican Mezzo-Soprano who brings a unique flair to opera. With her diverse vocal training and a love for various music genres, she creates an engaging experience for all music lovers.

This concert will be FREE with drinks available for a donation.

Hello Spring Paint & Sip
2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a Paint and Sip event on Wednesday, April 8th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
We will be making a Hello Spring painting!
Celebrate spring with a bit of fun, wine, and painting. It will be a delightful evening of creativity, relaxation, and socializing.
$40 for RACC Members, $45 for Nonmembers.
Tickets include all materials, drinks, and snacks!
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Andrea Grellman-Smith will be leading the class. With over a decade of experience teaching and designing paintings for classes like these, she makes it easy for anyone to create a beautiful work of art!
