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Join the BVAA on Wednesday, October 21st at a free, hands-on figure drawing workshop with George Hancin at the Singh Performance Center. Whether you are a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, this class will help hone your ability to draw the human form. ow.ly/P3JV50ZVu2K

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Join us, for a hands-on greeting card making class on October 10, 11, or 14! Create beautiful, personalized cards with rubber stamps, ink, and paper, no experience needed. All supplies are provided, and you’ll leave with 4–5 unique cards and envelopes. ow.ly/kKtS50ZVtxE

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Join us Wednesday, October 14, for our monthly Art Cart Workshop! Local artist Charlotte Eckler will guide you step by step as we create custom nature journals from recycled and found materials. We have 2 FREE sessions: 10 AM & 1 PM at the Alternatives' Whitin Mill. ow.ly/5C3o50ZVtiO

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

That’s a wrap on our 2026 Summer Concert Series! Huge thanks to The Seven Wonders for an amazing final show last week, and our wonderful community for coming out to support us all season long. Don't forget, the BVAA Fall Exhibit is now on view! Come check out the incredible local art. 📷 Bob Evans

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

TONIGHT: The Seven Wonders close out our summer concert series—now INSIDE the Singh Theater at 6 pm! Plus, don’t miss the Blackstone Valley Art Association’s new exhibit at the Heritage Gallery. Celebrate art, music, and community with us!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Thanks to the Reminisants for giving us a great show last week! Don’t miss your last chance to celebrate with us! Our final summer concert is indoors tomorrow at 6:00 pm, featuring the Seven Wonders. Bring your friends, your dancing shoes, and let’s make it a night to remember!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Thanks so much to Studio Two for putting on such a great show last week. We had one of our biggest turnouts of the summer! This Thursday at 6 pm, The Reminisants will be here serving up classic hits and golden oldies from the 1950s through 1970s. See you there! Photos by James Hunt

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Ever wondered what you could make with your own handwoven fabric? • A reverse appliqué on a t-shirt • Zippered pouches • Different kinds of jackets Sign up for classes here! ow.ly/EzL650ZFq16 Example images by Mihoko Wakabayashi

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Get ready! Studio Two brings their Beatles tribute to Rice Plaza Tonight at 6:00pm. Come sing along to all the classics.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Golden Hour • noun The period of the day just before the sun sets or after it rises, when the light is redder and softer than usual so that photographs taken in it have a pleasing quality If you want to be featured in our virtual gallery, submit your golden artworks here: ow.ly/k1qI50ZzZtU

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Thank you so much to Le'Mixx for giving us one of the best nights of the Summer Concert series so far! It was truly a night to remember. Be sure to come back next week for Studio Two, a Beatles tribute, on Thursday night at 6 pm!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

TONIGHT! Le'Mixx is taking the stage at 6:00 pm. You won't want to miss this one. Quick note: We won't have a food truck this week, so feel free to bring your own snacks or dinner along!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Shout-out to Blackstone Valley Bluegrass for a great night on Plaza last week! Thanks for coming out and playing for us. Le'Mixx takes the stage this Thursday at 6pm. Bring a chair, bring your people, come enjoy the evening with us.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

📢Update: Tonight's concert with Blackstone Valley Bluegrass is still happening! Due to rain, we've moved indoors to the Singh Theater at the same address. Doors open at 5:30pm, concert begins at 6pm. See you soon!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Thank you to The Claflin Hill Symphony Summer Winds for coming down to the Mill and putting on a wonderful show for us despite the rain! This week looks like we might have another shower, but Thursday's concert with Blackstone Valley Bluegrass will go on rain or shine. Hope to see you there!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

📢Update: Tonight's concert with The Claflin Hill Symphony Summer Winds is still happening! Due to rain, we've moved indoors to the Singh Theater at the same address. Doors are at 6 pm. See you there!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

"Taking the helm of ValleyCAST, with its rich history of breaking down barriers through the arts, is truly a privilege. I’m looking forward to meeting our neighbors, collaborating with local creators and finding new, accessible ways to bring people together," ow.ly/VZgY50ZsrPK

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Meet Nikki Erskine, the new director of Whitinsville-based ValleyCAST

"I was really impressed" — Nikki Erskine brings two decades of arts experience to her new role as director of ValleyCAST.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

We had a BLAST last night with The Catnip Junkies! The music continues next week with Claflin Hill Symphony Orchectra's Summer Winds. Will we see you there?

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Tomorrow night: The Catnip Junkies are bring the soul of New Orleans jazz to the Rice plaza! 🎺 Our Free Summer Concert Series continues this Thurdsay at 6 pm. Come hang out, bring the family, and enjoy a great night of music at the Mill.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Another beautiful night on the Plaza, filled with great music and even better company. Thanks to Superchief Trio for the fantastic performance, and to our community for showing up and supporting live music all summer long. We'll be back next thursday with The Catpnip Junkies!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Happy concert day, ValleyCASTers! Tonight, Superchief Trio takes the stage at 6:00 pm on the Rice Plaza for our Free Summer Concert Series. Come hang out, bring the family, and enjoy a great night of music at the Mill.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

📣Call for art! Participate in our Summer art challenge and have your work featured on our social media. This season's theme is golden hour 🌇. Send in your artwork by September 25 to be induded! Submit your art here! ow.ly/C7n750Zm6RW

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Join Holly Crawford, for a hands-on greeting card making class on July 18, 19, or 22! Discover the joy of crafting beautiful, personalized cards with rubber stamps, ink, and paper, no experience needed, all supplies are provided. ow.ly/HSZk50Zm6BB

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

What a night! 🎶 Huge thanks to Far From Eden for bringing so much energy to the plaza last night, and to everyone who came out to make it happen. Don't miss the next one: Superchief Trio takes the stage next Thursday! Bring your chairs, bring your friends, and we'll see you there.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Tomorrow night! Join us at The Rice Plaza for the next installment of our Free Summer Concert Series, featuring Far From Eden. Bring a chair, grab a bite, and enjoy live music at the Mill. Thursday at 6 pm, see you there!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Join us tomorrow, July 8, for our monthly Art Cart Workshop! Local artist Charlotte Eckler will guide you step by step as we combineexperiment with cyanotype, a sun-based printing process that produces deep blue prints from everyday objects. 10 AM or 1 PM at Alternatives' Whitin Mill.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Big thanks to Chuck & Mudd and everyone who braved the heat to catch the show last week! This Thursday at 6:00 PM, we're back on the plaza with Far From Eden. See you there!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

TONIGHT: Chuck & Mudd and the Hole in the Dam Band take the stage at 6 pm! We are moving indoors to the Singh Theater due to the heat, but we've got the AC pumping, and a few extra things to help keep you cool. See you tonight at 6 pm!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Big night at the Mill tomorrow! Ash & Eric at 5, Blackstone Valley Band at 6:30, plus INFORMAL exhibit opening. See you there!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Our summer concerts start next Thursday! Join Ash & Eric at 5 pm and Blackstone Valley Band at 6:30 pm. Also, visit the gallery for INFORMAL exhibit by Michael Bourque, Nathan Bourque, Madeleine Lord, and Derrick Te Paske. #LiveMusic #LocalBands #MusicAndArt

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We’ve been busy measuring, hanging, and getting everything just right for our newest exhibit, INFORMAL! (Even Michael Borque's dog stopped by to make sure everything is up to standard!) INFORMAL will be on display through August 20. ow.ly/GrBv50ZemQ2

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Join us at the Mill for our Observational Drawing for Teens class! Whether you want to build a strong portfolio or just love creating, this class will help you master foundational techniques, explore new mediums, and learn how to give and receive helpful critique. ow.ly/ETHN50Z85Ow

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Want to level up your portfolio this summer? Our Observational Drawing class for teens is designed to strengthen foundational techniques, explore new mediums, and help you develop work you're proud of. Spots are limited! Register here: ow.ly/yC5550YZwqM #PortfolioReady #TeenArtist

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Join us, for a hands-on greeting card making class on May 14, 16, or 17! Discover the joy of crafting beautiful cards with rubber stamps, ink, and paper, no experience needed. All supplies provided, you’ll leave with 4–5 unique cards and envelopes. ow.ly/kiZq50YW7HJ

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Join us wednesday, April 8, for our Art Cart Workshop! Local artist Charlotte Eckler will guide you as we combine gelli plate printing and stamps to experiment and express your own unique work of art. For more info and to register a group: ow.ly/CAE550YW39s #ArtWorkshop #Printmaking

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

📣Call for art! Participate in our April art challenge and have your work featured on our social media. This month's theme is BIRDS 🐦‍⬛. Send in your feathered artwork by May 30 to be induded! Submit your art here: ow.ly/g5R150YVEos #ArtChallenge #CreativeCommunity #BirdArt #FeatheredFriends

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Some art was always meant to stay. Artist Roe Osborn first shared his work with us through our Inside & Out NESA exhibits, and now his two stunning PVC sculptures have found their forever home at the Mill. We're so honored by this generous gift. Thank you, Roe! #ContemporaryArt #ArtistSpotlight

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Child: 1. Starry Night - Kayla Harney 2. Gryfindor!! - Eleanor Weldon 3. A Day in the Life of a Cat - Donovan Pilakas

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Teen: 1. The Fall of Icarus - Michael Reeves-Hall 2. coo - Caroline Brown 3. Where It Begins - Adelie Pilakas

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Adult: 1. Franklin's Journey Through Space and Time - Brandon Drake 2. Elf Owl and Friends - Bob Liberty 3. Untitled - Stephen Paulson

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Palette Contest winners! We had so many incredible peices submitted this year and over 200 of you voted for you favorites. Here are your choices for best palettes!

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

We had such a great time to day creating spring collages at the Art Cart Workshop! Be sure to com next month when we do gelli printing on May 13! #SpringCollage #ArtCommunity #MixedMediaArt

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Join us for a hands-on greeting card making class on April 11, 12, or 15! Discover the joy of crafting beautiful, personalized cards with rubber stamps, ink, and paper, no experience needed. All supplies are provided! ow.ly/f5jC50YBLnI #CardMaking #PaperCrafts #CreativeWorkshop

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

ValleyCAST invites you to a fascinating afternoon with Andy Volpe! Discover the role of the printing press in the American Revolution and the fight for free speech. Enjoy a dynamic slide lecture, see replica prints including the Declaration of Independence, and learn how print shaped history.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Join us next wednesday, April 8, for our monthly Art Cart Workshop! Charlotte Eckler will guide you step by step as we create beutiful spring collages from magazines, “frottage” rubbings, and saved ephemera. For more info and to register a group: ow.ly/571T50YBqVN

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to submit your vote for you favorite peice in our 13th Annual Palette Contest. We've already recieved over 200 votes from our community! Make sure to stop by before the end of the day tomorrow to cast your ballot.

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

📣Call for art! Participate in our March art challenge and have your work featured on our social media. This month's theme is RAIN 🌧️. Send in your stormy artwork by April 30 to be induded! ow.ly/tpHF50YBqkA #ArtChallenge #CreativeChallenge #ArtCommunity

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Our 13th annual art palette contest is in full swing! We have so many incredible artworks in the gallery, all created from the same blank wooden palettes. It's amazing how creative our community is! Which of these 4 are your favorite? #ArtPaletteContest #ValleyCAST #CommunityArt #InspireCreativity

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

We are enjoying a FREE bird painting workshop with Laura Cenedella at ValleyCAST! It's today Wed Jan 14th from 1–2pm! All are welcome to join us! FREE! #art #artist #painting #acrylicart #crafting

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ValleyCAST @valleycast.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our 13th Annual Palette Contest Exhibition Opening last week! Over 100 people voted for their favorite palettes, and there is still time for you too. Just stop by the gallery any weekday from 9–4 and cast your vote for the one you love most!

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