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Highfield Hall and Gardens Newsletter - January 26, 2023

Arts and Entertainment

January 27, 2023

From: Highfield Hall and Gardens

7th Annual Robert Burns Dinner

Saturday, March 4, 2023

5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

$140/ $150 non-member

Enjoy a night filled with food, music, spontaneous toasts, and shenanigans.

Guests for this special occasion will participate in a time-honored celebration, which includes eating a traditional Scottish meal of ceremonial haggis, toasts of whisky, storytelling, recitation of poetry, trivia and prizes, bagpipes, fiddles, and singing–all in the spirit of the poet, Robby Burns. 

Robert Burns, a source of pride and inspiration for Scots the world over, is considered one of the founders of the Romantic movement. He wrote the timeless classic “Auld Lang Syne” (loosely translated to mean “for old times’ sake”)—often sung on New Year’s Eve as well as at graduations and other occasions of farewell. We will perform a rendition of “Auld Lang Syne” at the end of the evening.

The poet’s friends started Burns Night Suppers shortly after his death and it has become one of Scotland’s most beloved holidays. Celebrations are held in late winter and marked by close friends and good cheer.

This evening is full of fun and frivolity, and plenty of special whiskey tasting!

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Member Preview

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

3 pm - 5 pm

Free for Members Only

Gretchen Romey-Tanzer: The Fine Art of Weaving

Highfield Hall is pleased to host members for the Tuesday’s preview reception for Gretchen Romey-Tanzer: The Fine Art of Weaving.

We are excited to open the 2023 season showcasing over 40 examples of exceptional fine art handwoven by Gretchen Romey-Tanzer. Included in this exhibition will be a variety of color compositions demonstrating her technical and pattern making expertise gained from decades of experience. Drawing from her private and corporate commission installations, her examples of process and studies will be on view and her prolific output ranging from the 1990s to the present.

Gretchen will also showcase her current explorations of Nordic weaving techniques and materials - Rya and Ripsi Raanu, and referencing her ongoing work directing a weaving studio and school in Brewster Massachusetts.

Four of her weaving students: Rick Bardine, Joanne Shoemaker, Scott Parker, and Linda Flanagan are contributing examples of their handwoven work for this exhibition.  

Art & African American Musicians

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

10:00 am - 11:30 am

$20/ person

Create different art to match the music of different African American musicians such as Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and Beyonce

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Winter Fun with Wampanoag Storytelling & Song

Friday, February 24, 2023

10:00 am - 11:30 am

$20/person

Join Wampanoag cultural education specialist Kitty Hendricks-Miller (Nenâweeta) as she shares stories through song and fun filled activities with hand drums and traditional percussion instruments As a song carrier Kitty shares her musical gifts and knowledge of Wampanoag traditions. Children will take away a hand craft made with natural materials. 

Kitty is otter clan, educator, musician, and a citizen of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe.

Join us for this winter break program for children 5-10 years old.

Register online now or call, 508-495-1878 ext. 2

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Saturday, February 11, 2023

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Free with Admission

Join us on Saturday, February 11th and create a lovely Valentine's Day card for that special someone! Using stamps, markers, doilies, colored paper, and more, create a fun greeting to take home with you. You can also craft a paper lantern or fold a lucky red envelope to celebrate Chinese New Year. It’s the year of the rabbit so hop on over!

This is a drop-in FREE program with paid admission for adults. Children are free of charge.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE

We are in the process of adding the programs below to the website, please stay tuned for more information.

-Golden Lane Irish Music and dancers, March 12th, 4:00pm - 6:00 pm.

-Meet the Chef Series upcoming programs:

-March 5th | Chef Charles Withers, C Salt

-March 11th | Irish Fare with Kay Benaroch

-March 19th | Chef Matt Lombardo, Chef Roland's Catering

-March 25th | Spring Indoor Garden with Anna Holmes

-March 26th | Chef Dione Peterson, Oyster Harbors Golf Club

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We are currently looking to add to staff

Office Coordinator

We are seeking an Office Coordinator to primarily support our Membership and Program Directors.

This is a multi faceted position and the candidate should be organized, detail oriented, and posses solid communication skills.

If interested in receiving the full job description, please contact Kim Courchesne via email or phone below.

Email or call 508-495-1878 x 311

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