Rome Art and Community Center

Collage Jazz
2026-08-24 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome, NY, 13440, United States
Join us on Monday, August 24th, at 6:30 PM for a concert with Collage Jazz.

Outside on the RACC lawn if weather permits so bring a chair or blanket!

This concert is FREE ADMISSION with drinks available for a donation!

The Summer Music Series is sponsored by Beacon Bank and Baird Private Wealth Management.
Biography:
Collage is a five-piece group based in Rome that specializes in the great standards of the jazz repertoire, tunes from the Great American Songbook, modern jazz favorites and jazzy pops arrangements. Members of the group are guitarist Joe Ferlo, bass player Joe Karwacki, drummer Patrick O’Neil, trumpet player Rick Compton and Colleen O’Neil on clarinet.

Art from the Imagination | Art Exhibition
2026-08-25 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-27 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-28 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-31 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-01 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-02 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-03 09:00 - 16:00 and 6 more dates
“Art from the Imagination” is a celebration of creativity without boundaries—a collective exploration of the limitless landscapes that exist within the human mind. This open-themed exhibition invites artists to share works born from personal vision, emotion, and curiosity, offering a glimpse into the diverse ways imagination takes form. Each piece in this exhibition stands as a testament to the power of artistic freedom, where technique meets intuition and concept merges with expression. From abstract compositions to surreal narratives, from vivid color studies to quiet reflections, the works presented reveal the unique voices of their creators and the infinite possibilities of artistic thought. “Art from the Imagination” encourages viewers to step beyond the familiar and engage with the unexpected. It is an invitation to experience art as a journey—one that begins in the artist’s mind and continues in the imagination of every observer.
Exhibition Dates: August 20 to September 11

Herb Geller Memorial Scholarship Concerts presents the Blackwood Clarinet Quartet.
2026-08-30 14:00 - 16:00
Join us on Sunday, August 30th at 2:00 pm for a concert with Blackwood Clarinet Quartet.
This is a Geller Scholarship “PREformance” and features four accomplished clarinetists — Jeff Geller, Lisa Bellino, Kay Sutka, and Joe Mariany — whose collective experience spans elite conservatories, global performances, military bands, and symphony orchestras.

This event honors the legacy of Herb Geller, whose influence lives on through the talents of his son Jeff and through the Herb Geller Memorial Scholarships, which support graduating seniors from VVS and RFA pursuing music degrees.

Admission is free – voluntary donations will be gratefully accepted to benefit the Geller Scholarship Fund.

Music, Stories, and Art – Adventures with Mother Goose
2026-09-05 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a morning of lively music, reading of Adventures with Mother Goose, and a fun art project on Saturday, September 5th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm!
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.
Music will be performed by Colleen O’Neil (clarinet), Claire McKenney (French horn), and Abel Searor (piano).
Each concert starts at 10:00 am and includes a narrated story with music. The concerts are followed by an art project led by RACC’s instructors.

Lily Pond Paint & Sip
2026-09-09 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a Paint and Sip event on Wednesday, September 9th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
We will be making a tranquil lily pond painting!
Enjoy a wonderful evening of fun, wine, and creativity!
$40 for RACC Members, $45 for Nonmembers.
Tickets include all materials, drinks, and snacks!
Register Here
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!
