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Art Classes and Workshops
We offer various art classes, workshops, and events, as well as some craft activities. Anyone may register.
Seeking Artists/Artisan Vendors
Art & Music Festival
May 16 & 17, 2026
Red Apple Farm & Brew Barn
455 Highland Avenue, Phillipston MA
Fill out the Vendor Application to be a part of the festival. All the details are listed on the on-line application form.
For help with any questions, contact our Vendor Coordinator: Meghan at mhill268@gmail.com
Please forward this email to others who might be interested in becoming a vendor, exhibiting or performing fine art & music at the GALA Art & Music Festival.
Download the Vendor Application
New Community Social Art Circle
Old Murdock Building (COA)
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Do you need a day and space to spend some time to work on your project or simply invite your friends to an afternoon or evening of conversation and creativity? Explore a variety of art in a supportive social environment. A group with different skill levels who wish to learn, explore, laugh, share, connect, and be inspired. A safe, low key, non-intimidating space. Non-makers are also welcomed. No fee!
Open to ages 15 and above
Self-led group—there will be classroom monitors who will assist you.
Spend a few hours to be a part of our social art gathering with artists, friends and seniors! Share your project and make new friends.
Afternoons: 1st Tuesday of every month, 1:00 – 3:00 PM
You may bring your own artwork or craft project and supplies that you are working on. We do have a community art supply area where you may choose something you would like to try. We supply paints, paper, brushes and other supplies.
Note: We are looking for volunteer classroom monitors—monitors can take part in creating. If you are interested, email debgiordano59@comcast.net
In Partnership with the Council on Aging
Call for Entries: Annual Art & Music Festival
Annual Art & Music Festival
May 15 – 17, 2026
Red Apple Farm & Brew Barn
455 Highland Avenue, Phillipston MA
Deadline to Enter: Sunday, May 3rd
Opening Reception Fri. May 15, 6 – 9 (Art Awards 7)
Two options for entering the show:
Option 1: Online Entry which submits your information & payment to GALA electronically.
Option 2: Paper Entry Form. A PDF Call for Entries which includes a form that you print & mail with payment to GALA. Please allow enough time for mailing so that your entry is received by the deadline.
With either option, your entry is due by Sunday, MAY 3rd
Live music all three days provided by many talented local musicians
Please support GALA by Donating to the raffle table
Please consider demonstrating your creative process at the show. And if you would like to teach art classes outside under your tent for children and adults. Please indicate your interest on your entry form.
You will need to renew your GALA membership on entry form unless you are a current member. If in doubt, please email Martha Beadqueen1@verizon.net
Important Note: Please be sure to drop-off your artwork on Tuesday, May 12th between 4-6:00pm in the Brew Barn. If we do not receive your artwork by 6:00pm, we may not be able to include it in the judging.
Important dates to remember:
Entry Deadline: Sunday, May 3
Art Drop-Off at Red Apple Farm, in the Brew Barn: Tuesday, May 12 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Opening Reception: Friday, May 15, 6:00 – 9:00 Awards 7 PM
Art Pick-Up at Red Apple Farm in Brew Barn: Sunday, May 17 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Greeting Card Class
Old Murdock School
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Come join us in creating cards, and other paper projects. Work on making it your own design.
All materials are included and many materials to choose from. Each month is always a different design.
All ages are welcome; no experience needed. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to see what you can come up with! Don’t rule anything out! Be prepared to play.
Everyone is invited to attend. Sign up Now!
Instructor: Merrily Varone
Thursday, May 21, June 11, July 23, 10:30am-12:30pm
Art Critiques
Old Murdock Building, 52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon MA
We will be holding the critique in the Gallery on the 1st floor
Are you looking for encouragement and support from other artists?
Bring up to 2 pieces of your artwork (finished or unfinished) to share with your circle of artist friends. The first 15 minutes we will be social time, then we will go into sharing our artwork. You may bring snacks to share with the group.
You may attend even though you didn’t bring any artwork—feel free to join us.
Free to all GALA members. New artists, first 2 classes are free.
A great way to receive heartfelt feedback from your circle of artists friends.
Janet Dupuis will help guide us during our time together. Mark your calendar!
Email Janet to let her know that you will be joining us at Jandu516@gmail.com