This Week at The Buttonwood Tree
The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts & Cultural Center
605 Main Street / PO Box 71, Middletown, CT 06457
www.buttonwood.org / 860.347.4957
605 Main Street / PO Box 71, Middletown, CT 06457
www.buttonwood.org / 860.347.4957
SWITCH (Factory) it up and get JOLLY (Beggars)! Fantastic performances to finish up February at The Buttonwood Tree
2016 Musical Residency: The Grays
ELECTRIC GYPSY TRIBAL JAZZ The Grays is an original jazz-funk music
project, which mixes electrified gypsy jazz with odd-time tribal funk
beats. The group features Justin Vood Good on guitar, Hans Lohse on
percussion, accordion and vocals, Tracey Kroll on drums and electronica,
Pat Burro on acoustic and electric bass, and Steve Fava on ambience
sculpting and sound production. Grays offers deep grooves and dynamic
improvisation for listening as well as dancing, and encourages audience
participation.
Middlesex Drum Circle
A group of people that enjoy a good drum rhythm, especially when put
into a circle. No reservations are necessary, extra percussion
instruments will be available, though you are encouraged to bring your
own.
Switch Factory
February 26 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm $12
Switch Factory brings its signature brand of instrumental
improvisation and down-home vocal harmonies from the Litchfield Hills of
CT to the Buttonwood Tree stage for a review of the band's original
material and its wide repertoire of covers from the legends of American
songwriting.
Nat Worden: Guitar, vocals, harmonica
Todd Stoughton: Mandolin, vocals
Jason Perkel: Guitar, vocals
Jona Ziac: Bass
Nat Worden: Guitar, vocals, harmonica
Todd Stoughton: Mandolin, vocals
Jason Perkel: Guitar, vocals
Jona Ziac: Bass
NEW CLASS: Transitional Tai Chi
Instructor: Mike McEwen Reduce stress by relaxing the body with
movements of breath. Raise the body's vibrations to tap into the Supreme
Ultimate YOU! Incorporates: Tai Chi warm up, stretching and exercise.
Qigong Balancing Energy simple movements. No registration needed.
Donations to The Buttonwood Tree are welcome.
Aligned with Source
Topic: Feb. 27: Channeling Higher Frequencies Workshop: Aligned With
Source: Hosted by Annaita Gandhy A Spiritual & Holistic Healer from
India, Annaita is experienced in applying varied healing modalities to a
wide range of situations. In these inter-active workshops, Annaita
seeks to empower, sharing her deep understanding of life, holism and
spirituality, enabling you to rise above life's challenges, live a
healthy, fulfilled & confident life. Life is never easy and change
must come from within.
Jolly Beggars
February 27 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm $10
The Jolly Beggars bring the rich tradition of Celtic folk music and
storytelling to modern day audiences. Based out of Connecticut, their
traditional songs and musical arrangements have exposed many to the joys
of Celtic music.They tell traditional stories from Irish folklore and
intersperse their musical arrangements with traditional reels and jigs.
Characterized by their tight harmonies and use of guitars, mandolin, tin
whistles, octave mandolin, mandola, tenor banjo, double bass, bodhran,
spoons, and more.
Anything Goes Open Mic
**Please note the earlier start time. Hosted by Nora Canby, John
Way, Ashley Hamel, Karen Stein, Claude Masse or possibly a guest host.
Doors open at 6. $5 donation suggested Get your jitters out with our
warm and accepting audience. Rehearse a story, share your poetry, sing a
song or dance your heart out! All ages are welcome. Piano and congas
are available.
Moments of Gratitude
Sharing our gratitude to build positive energy and encouragement! Donations welcomed
Laughter Yoga + Vegetarian Potluck
Every first Tuesday Laughter Yoga is at 6 pm, and a Vegetarian
Potluck follows at 7. Some benefits of laughter yoga include: Easy and
fun exercise for health and happiness, reduces stress instantly,
strengthens immune system, keeps you in a good mood and cheerful
throughout the day, oxygenates your brain and makes you feel more
energetic, keeps positive mental attitude in difficult times, burns
calories and even increases memory. Love Donations welcomed
NEW CLASS: Color Me Calm
COLORING IS FUN…FOR ADULTS! This is the latest and most popular
trend among adults proving that coloring isn’t just for kids anymore!
Adults around the globe have picked up on it, are getting together and
are having fun. Why: ---it reduces stress ---you have a wonderful
feeling of accomplishment ---it gives you a break from the daily routine
---it is a wonderful way to socialize ---it taps into your inner
“muse”---even if you can’t draw.
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