Westie Wednesday presents the Nightclub Two Step
2024-04-03 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-04-24 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome, NY, 13440, United States
The Month of April will be the Nightclub Two Step
Everyone is welcome to attend and dance in an atmosphere that fits all skill levels from beginners to experienced dancers. Our instructors from 315 Dance do an amazing job and create a class that makes everyone love learning to dance!
Classes will be taught by Marty Comstock, GDPIA Certified, and Lili Piplica the fabulous instructors from 315 Dance.
Dance Class – 6:30pm
Open Dance – 8:00pm
$15 for the evening
Save $10 when registering for the whole month in advance!
According to Jason Tockey the executive director – “Dancing has a way of helping people build connections and community. Having Westie Wednesdays here at the RACC has helped us build friendships with a new group of people who are connected to each other through the shared experience of learning and socializing together. I think this connecting around the arts is exactly what Mrs. Carpenter had in mind when she offered the chance for her home to become a community space committed to the arts.”
“Nothing like a night of dancing, with friends old and new

STEAM Open House - The Owl and The Silver Moon
2024-04-04 17:30 - 19:00
Join us for an Open House at The Owl and The Silver Moon pre-K.
Everyone is welcome to attend and see what The Owl and The Silver Moon can offer your children. The theme will be STEAM and we will have different activities for your kids to do while you get to see our classroom and learn about how you can get your kids off to a great start with our one-of-a-kind program.

Westie Wednesday present the Nightclub Two Step
2024-04-10 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-04-17 18:30 - 21:30

Beyond Decoupage
2024-04-30 18:00 - 20:00
The first decoupage class was a huge success so we are having another one with a twist! Bring in any keepsakes you want and we will show you how to create amazing art with them!
Bring out the artist in you!
Add your own treasures… pictures, postcards, letters, tickets, etc.
or use ours to add to your decoupage piece. Make a One-of-a kind treasure!!

Westie Wednesday presents West Coast Swing
2024-05-01 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-08 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-15 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-22 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-29 18:30 - 21:30
Everyone is welcome to attend and dance in an atmosphere that fits all skill levels from beginners to experienced dancers. Our instructors from 315 Dance do an amazing job and create a class that makes everyone love learning to dance!
Classes will be taught by Marty Comstock, GDPIA Certified, and Lili Piplica the fabulous instructors from 315 Dance.
Dance Class – 6:30pm
Open Dance – 8:00pm
$15 for the evening
Save $10 when registering for the whole month in advance!
According to Jason Tockey the executive director – “Dancing has a way of helping people build connections and community. Having Westie Wednesdays here at the RACC has helped us build friendships with a new group of people who are connected to each other through the shared experience of learning and socializing together. I think this connecting around the arts is exactly what Mrs. Carpenter had in mind when she offered the chance for her home to become a community space committed to the arts.”
“Nothing like a night of dancing, with friends old and new

Bite Sized Delights - Group Show
2024-05-02 17:30 - 19:30
Small art provides a tease that stirs our senses, perceptions, and thinking. This is a free open-call, non-juried, salon-style group exhibition open to art in a variety of mediums no larger than 16 inches in any one directions. Though small in size, we believe that these works can still convey big creativity.
Our opening reception is open to the public and is a great chance to chat with some on the artists while viewing this amazing group show. Entrance is free and we will have complimentary refreshment and beer/wine available by donation.
The show will be available for viewing during our normal hours 9-5pm Monday – Thursday and 9-2pm on Fridays until May 31st.
Art Drop-off
April 22-26
9am to 4pm (Monday –Thursday)
9am to 2pm (Friday)

Exhibition Dates
May 2 to May 31

Opening Reception
Thursday, May 2
5:30-7:30pm

Artist Artwork Pick-up
Business hours week of June 3 to 7

Lavender and Lemonade - Mother's Day Tea
2024-05-11 13:00 - 15:00
We cordially invite you to our annual Mother’s day Tea to benefit The Owl and The Silver Moon. Put on your favorite flower dress and your best hat, and join us for games, prizes, and refreshments.

Jam With the Band - Central Chapter Fiddlers
2024-05-13 19:00 - 21:00
The Central Chapter Fiddlers (CCF) are comprised of members from Central New York State and the southern Tug Hill region, including Oneida, Madison and parts of Oswego, Onondaga and Lewis Counties. Many of its members are very talented and experienced fiddlers who play in the Old Time, Irish and Bluegrass Genre. CCF perform throughout the year at various regional fiddling events, town parks, assisted living facilities, living history museums, dances, etc.
The Concert/Jam Session will be held on Monday evening May 13 at 7:00 PM – doors open at 6:30 – suggested donation is $5.00. Beer, Wine, and Soft Drinks will be available for a donation. The Fiddlers will give a short concert, followed by a Bluegrass jam session hosted by local musician Bill Fahy. The family friendly event ends at 9:00 PM.

Sip Into Spring Food and Wine Festival
2024-05-18 13:00 - 16:00
With the weather warming up and summer on it’s way, it’s the perfect time for a food and wine festival.
Join us for an amazing afternoon filled with live music, dancing, friends, food, and fun!
You will be able to sample fine wines, local craft beer, coffees, handmade chocolates, local cheese, desserts, flowers, and foods.

Some of our vendors will be
Roads End Orchards
Cats in the Attic Cards
Daisy Designs of CNY
Pile of Crafts
Tastefully Simple with Christine
Kelly’s Baklava
Isn’t it Sweet Candy
Caribou Candles
Generous Roasting
Frog Park Herbs 2
Mona Felitto Sauce Co.
Thousand Island Winery
Thrown Pottery Studio and Artisan Market
Conley Farms
Etched Gifts by Alyson
Copper Luxe Boutique
Big Papi’s Coquito Icey
Tug Hill Estates

Music, Stories, and Art - June
2024-06-01 10:00 - 11:00
The first Saturday of June, July, and August – Alliance Wind Trio joins for a great family event!
These mornings of art are open to the public and FREE!! These fun summer morning events are designed for preschool to early elementary-age children and families.
Alliance Wind Trio and RACC will team up to bring you, lively music, narrated musical stories, and fun art projects!
Each concert starts at 10am will last thirty minutes and includes a narrated story with music, as well as kid-friendly pops, marches, and more. The concerts are followed by an art project at 10:30am led by RACC’s instructors.
Each week will feature a different story
June 1st – The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright, presented alongside music of Florence Price
July 6th – TBD
August – 3rd TBD

Westie Wednesday presents The Salsa
2024-06-05 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-19 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-26 18:30 - 20:00
Everyone is welcome to attend and dance in an atmosphere that fits all skill levels from beginners to experienced dancers. Our instructor from 315 Dance does an amazing job and create a class that makes everyone love learning to dance!
Classes will be taught by Lili Piplica the fabulous instructor from 315 Dance.
Dance Class – 6:30pm
$15 for the evening
Save $10 when registering for the whole month in advance!According to Jason Tockey the executive director – “Dancing has a way of helping people build connections and community. Having Westie Wednesdays here at the RACC has helped us build friendships with a new group of people who are connected to each other through the shared experience of learning and socializing together. I think this connecting around the arts is exactly what Mrs. Carpenter had in mind when she offered the chance for her home to become a community space committed to the arts.”“Nothing like a night of dancing, with friends old and new

Nature's Splendor Group Show
2024-06-06 17:30 - 19:30
Call for Art!

Nature surrounds us and is full of diversity and intricacy. From the delicate blooms of flowers to the towering ancient trees to the powerful movement of water and the stately majesty of mountains, nature has the power to inspire and intrigue us. The exhibit is open to a variety of media including painting, printmaking, mixed media, drawing, sculptures, fiber, photography, etc.

Art will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. In order to be included in the exhibition artwork MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY to executivedirector@romeart.org by May 10th, 2024. Due to a priority on diversity of artists, please limit artwork to 6 pieces. Submitted work has a maximum size of 36 inches x 48 inches. Please submit all work in jpg format labeled with title of piece and dimensions including frame. For example: Ghostlylandscape22x36.jpg Please reduce file sizes to a maximum of 2.5MB per photo.
All works must be ready for hanging/display at the time of delivery. (i.e. properly wired for hanging, clean, etc.) Wall art must be properly framed or ready for presentation if not framed. Wires should not extend beyond top of frame as they cannot show during exhibition, no clip frames.

Artwork must be delivered and mailed or late work will not be accepted. Work may be delivered during business hours the week of May 28 – 31. Be prepared with information about your work to fill out a Loan Agreement at time of delivery. The information required includes artist name, address, phone, title, year, media, dimensions (including frame), and price. Please use a removable sticker or post-it note to label your work on the front, so it will be easy for us to identify when hanging your labels. RACC will retain a 30% commission on artwork sold during the exhibition. No work may be removed prior to the closing date of the exhibition.

Entry fee: FREE
Please email executivedirector@romeart.org or call (315) 336-1040 with any questions

IMPORTANT DATES
Submission of work for consideration
Friday, May 10 via email executivedirector@romeart.org

Art Drop-off
May 28 – 31
9am to 4pm (Monday –Thursday)
9am to 2pm (Friday)

Exhibition Dates
June 6 to July 5

Opening Reception
Thursday, June 6
5:30-7:30pm

Artist Artwork Pick-up
Business hours week of July 8 to 12

Karaoke Readers Theater
2024-06-07 17:30 - 19:30
Karaoke with no singing! Do you love theater? Come sign up to participate in short theatrical readings (or just. Come listen and be entertained). Bring your creativity and willingness to have fun!

Framed a Murder Mystery
2024-06-28 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-29 18:00 - 21:00
The Hemlock Players presents “Framed” a truly interactive Murder Mystery! Put your sleuth hats on, take out your pads and pencils and discover the crime of the century. Reservations are needed 315-336-1040
Seating is limited so call or purchase your tickets today.

Music, Stories, and Art - June
2024-07-06 10:00 - 11:00
The first Saturday of June, July, and August – Alliance Wind Trio joins for a great family event!
These mornings of art are open to the public and FREE!! These fun summer morning events are designed for preschool to early elementary-age children and families.
Alliance Wind Trio and RACC will team up to bring you, lively music, narrated musical stories, and fun art projects!
Each concert starts at 10am will last thirty minutes and includes a narrated story with music, as well as kid-friendly pops, marches, and more. The concerts are followed by an art project at 10:30am led by RACC’s instructors.
Each week will feature a different story
July 6th – TBD
August – 3rd – Pete the Cat I Love My White Shoes with Collage Jazz

Centered on Photography
2024-07-11 17:30 - 19:30
Centered on Photography is a free open-call, non-juried, salon-style group photography exhibition. The exhibition accepts photographic images in a variety of printed formats. Photographs may be digital, film, black and white, color, and manipulated photographic images. The exhibition is inspired by Dorothea Lange’s quote, “A camera teaches you how to see without a camera.” Local and regional artists are invited to participate.
Art will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. In order to be included in the exhibition artwork MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY to executivedirector@romeart.org by Friday, June 14. Due to a priority on diversity of artists, please limit artwork to 6 pieces. Please submit all work with in jpg format labeled with title of piece and dimensions including frame. For example: Ghostlylandscape22x36.jpg Please reduce file sizes to a maximum of 2.5MB per photo.
All works must be ready for hanging/ display at the time of delivery. (i.e. properly wired for hanging, clean, etc.) Wall art must be properly framed or ready for presentation if not framed. Wires should not extend beyond top of frame as they cannot show during exhibition, no clip frames.
Artwork must be delivered and mailed or late work will not be accepted. Work may be delivered during business hours the week of July 1 – 5 (closed July 4). Be prepared with information about your work to fill out a Loan Agreement at time of delivery. The information required includes artist name, address, phone, title, year, media, dimensions (including frame), and price. Please use a removable sticker or post-it note to label your work on the front, so it will be easy for us to identify when hanging your labels. RACC will retain a 30% commission on artwork sold during the exhibition. No work may be removed prior to the closing date of the exhibition.
Entry fee: FREE
Please email executivedirector@romeart.org or call (315) 336-1040 with any questions
IMPORTANT DATES
Submission of work for consideration
Friday, June 14 via email executivedirector@romeart.org
Art Drop-off
July 1-5 (closed July 4)
9am to 4pm (Monday –Thursday)
9am to 2pm (Friday
Exhibition Dates
July 11 to August 2
Opening Reception
Thursday, July 11
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Artist Artwork Pick-up
Business hours week of August 5 – 9

Alliance Classical Players Concert
2024-08-02 19:00 - 21:00
Alliance Classical Players Concert | Friday, August 2 | 7p – 9p | FREE
Alliance Classical Players celebrates its tenth year of concerts with a lively program that includes music of Beethoven, Gounod and Jacob, ten special door prizes, and a complimentary post-concert reception.
We hope you’ll join us in the beautiful living room at Rome Art and Community Center for this special event!
It is free and open to the public. This event is supported by The Sears Family Foundation, CNY Arts and the Music Performance Trust Fund.
Donation/Cash Bar | Bring your lawn chairs | Rain or Shine

Music, Stories, and Art Saturday
2024-08-03 10:00 - 23:30
Music, Stories, and Art | Saturday, August 3 | 10a – 11:30a
Alliance Classical Players presents Music, Stories and Crafts!
Join us while we narrate PETE THE CAT, with music by Collage Jazz Combo followed by an artistic craft project.

Line Dancing Class
2024-08-07 18:30 - 20:00
Every Wednesday in August at 6:30pm-8:00pm$10 for a class$35 for the whole month when you sign up in advance
Everyone is welcome and no partner is necessary to attend our dance classes!
Come dance in an atmosphere that fits beginners and intermediate dancers. Our instructor Kim Ocuto will lead the class creating a fun and enjoyable atmosphere to learn line dancing.

Opening Reception - Central New York Watercolor Society
2024-08-08 17:30 - 19:30
Opening Reception for the Central New York Watercolor Society | Thursday, August 8 | 5:30p – 7:30p
You are invited for the opening reception of the Central New York Watercolor Society’s exhibition at the Rome Art and Community Center. This captivating exhibition will showcase the vibrant and diverse works of talented watercolor artists from across the region.
Meet the artists, explore their techniques, and enjoy an evening of art and conversation. Light refreshments will be served with donation/cash bar.
The exhibition will be on display from August 8th to September 13th.
For more information and hours of operation, please visit RomeArt.org.
