The HCA is thrilled to be the recipient of a
HOPKINTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Art I Theater I Music I Dance I Ceramics
HCA has changed the way I think of myself as an artist. The way I now believe in myself has given confidence to explore new ideas with unexpected textures and colors. Thank you, HCA. You have illuminated my way.
Rosie Taylor Finn
Words of praise for magician Chris’ magic boot camp: “It was incredibly fun”, in our child’s words. Arielle eagerly showcased her daily newly-learned tricks. She couldn’t wait to find out what new trucks Chris would teach each day. It’s the most fun camp she’s ever had. Thank you for offering his class!!!
Helen & Ed Chin
I’m proud to support additional funding every year for ... programming that’s accessible to all ages, tastes and schedules. The HCA is critical to providing access to these programs in Hopkinton and the region."
Representative Carolyn Dykema
We are blessed to have this inclusive & engaging arts center as a vibrant resource in our community, a place that personally is always welcoming, brings joy, laughter, entertains & insightful reflection/appreciation of other's creative talents.
Darlene Hayes
What a surprise! You never know what you'll see here.
Matt Niemi
It's like magic to our kids. HCA has provided opportunities for fun, self-expression, learning, making new friends and keeping the old.
Jen Lentz
I love coming to this art class. It has been a place where I can relax and take my mind off everything going on in my busy life. I have learned so much since September. I have grown and become more confident in my work. The HCA is truly a beautiful peaceful space. Thank you.
Shari Daly
I am so glad I found HCA! I love it here because it is about creating quality work.
Anika Gupta, age 10
I didn't have any artistic confidence, and was considering abandoning art. Now, after studying and volunteering for over a year, I am enrolled and preparing for art school. I cannot begin to express my gratitude for this place, and to Kris and Sarah for being so supportive.
James Morningstar
oooh wow. New! OOOOH GOOD.
4-year-old Maya's reaction to the new gallery show.
Events and Featured Classes
05JunFirst Friday Open Mic (Live Facebook Event) + More Info First Friday Open Mic at the Hopkinton Center for the ArtsJOIN US FOR OUR THIRD VIRTUAL OPEN MIC FRIDAY, JUNE 5!
Called "one of New England's best songwriters" by The Boston Globe, Terry Kitchen creates songs that are portraits of ordinary people and emotions, captured with extraordinary compassion, honesty and humor. His new album Next Time We Meet, which reached #5 on the national Folk-DJ chart, highlights his chiming guitar and intimate vocals while deftly combining the personal and the political, often within the same song. His songs have won the Mid-Atlantic and USA Song Contests and been runner-up in the John Lennon Song Contest, and have appeared in numerous films. He's been performing on folk stages across the country since the 1990s, and in the 1980s he was the leader of the groundbreaking Boston band Loose Ties, whose experiences he recounts in his novel Next Big Thing, called "a great debut novel" by The San Francisco Book Review. More on Terry at www.terrykitchen.com To participate:
2. Sign-up for your time slot at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b49a4a62ea4f94-first19 3. Share the link to this page with friends and family, so they can watch or join in! 4. Make sure once you join the group to set your Notifications to see "All Posts". This helps ensure that you are notified when each performer goes live. Each singer gets 10 minutes or 2 songs. Sing from your piano, from your couch, wherever you can! All are welcome to join the group and enjoy the live music.
June 05 (07:30 pm-09:30 pm)
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18JunPrincess Zoom Time: Ariel (Free) + More Info Join us online to meet a Disney Princess! The princess will read a short story, sing a song, and lead a simple dance. Participants are encouraged to dress up in their favorite princess, pirate or hero costume. This 30 minute workshop is Free, but requires registration to recieve the Zoom link. A donation is always appreciated. June 18 (09:30 am-10:00 am)
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20JunFREE WORKSHOP - Drawing & Sketching Outdoors + More Info Do you want to learn how to draw but don't know where to start? Ready to shut down your computer for a while? Join us for this relaxing free outdoor workshop that will be held in the HCA's amphitheater. (Rain date will be June 27th). Drawing is a skill you can master at any age. Instructor Meredith Fitzgerald will lead this 90 minute workshop to get you started! She will cover basic techniques and help you tune into your observational skills and build up your confidence to explore sketching in your every day life. Limited to 10 participants. Tables and chairs will be provided and spaced to provide social distancing. Participants will need to bring the following: A sharp pencil (with eraser), a sketch book or some blank pieces of paper and an open mind! This workshop is free. Participants are asked to consider a donation to the HCA to help with the ongoing activities and operational support of the HCA. Donations may be made online HERE
June 20 (10:00 am-11:30 am)
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22Jun26JunSummer Movie Making I (Virtual) + More Info This 5 day morning workshop will allow students to plot out short films and sketches using their iPhone or iPad. Each day will cover different lessons, mapping out individual student home movie ideas, and time for feedback and sharing ideas with other students. Students will send their files to the instructor for editing into a final presentation for each student based on the submitted footage. Topics covered in this workshop will include storyboarding, stop animation, filmmaking transition techniques and more! June 22 - June 26 (09:00 am-12:00 pm)
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25JunPrincess Zoom Time: Belle (Free) + More Info Join us online to meet a Disney Princess! The princess will read a short story, sing a song, and lead a simple dance. Participants are encouraged to dress up in their favorite princess, pirate or hero costume. This 30 minute workshop is Free, but requires registration to recieve the Zoom link. A donation is always appreciated. June 25 (09:30 am-10:00 am)
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18JulSummer Winds Concert with Claflin Hill Orchestra + More Info The Hopkinton Center for the Arts and Claflin Hill Orchestra collaboration continues with a FREE Summer Winds Concert on Saturday, July 18. The 35 piece Claflin Hill Orchestra will perform a "pops like" concert. Performance will take place outdoors at the HCA. In case of rain, performance will move indoors. Sponsored by Phipps Insurance and MAPFRE Insurance.
July 18 (06:30 pm-08:30 pm)
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This June's feature is Terry Kitchen. 
