Part of the Town of Montague, MA, the Village of Turners Falls is an extraordinary historic mill town that is blossoming from its industrial roots to become a hub of artistic inspiration, recreational adventure and natural beauty. The RiverCulture Project works to create a vibrant and connected Turners Falls community through innovative partnerships and cultural programming.

Turners Falls RiverCulture Project • 413.230.9910 • email Lisa Davol
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Do you have an idea for an event or art project?  Would you like to hold it in Turners Falls?  Email us and we will see if we can make the process easy for you as well as see how we can help involve the community in your project.

Play On! at the Shea Theater

January 20, 21, 27, 28, 29

Play On! is the story of a struggling community theater group that is attempting to put on an original play by a local author who just can't leave it well enough alone. The freshly written play, "Murder Most Foul," tells the tale of a mysterious diamond (or is it a ruby?) that curses anyone who touches it. The play is full of mystery, suspense, romance, and... a whole lot of inconsistency. Details here.

Coaxed from Nature

Through January 31, 2012

Leonore AlanizSolo exhibit of plant and feather images by Leonore Alaniz on paper and fabric. In collaboration with the objects, the artist uses a Renaissance technique that requires attention to the detail, materials and physical dexterity. Thirty six distinct imprints, colored and composed in non-traditional ways engage viewers of all ages, and covey states of being suggested by the plants themselves: Edible, psychedelic, healing, aggressive, harmonious, chaotic, native, foreign, fragile, majestic. At the Discovery Center, in Turners Falls, MA. Open FRI and SAT only, Nov 5th - January 31 2012, 10 Am - 4 PM.

Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, urners Falls, MA, 413-863-3221
http://greatfallsma.org

"Imitating Art" A Student Photo Exhibition

 Through April 1, 2012 at The Gallery at Hallmark

For this assignment, Hallmark students study the history of art, and attempt to photographically reproduce an original work of art. To create their image, students must study lighting, color, gesture and propping to analyze their roles in the original piece. Meticulous attention must be paid to the small details; the curve of a hand, the tilt of a head, the drape of a fabric. Finding specific props and understanding their importance in the overall image leads to a journey of discovery and growth.  Visit the Gallery at Hallmark here.

Triple S at Nina's Nook

Erotic art by area artists - Sexual, Sensual, Smut

February 1- March 10
Nina's Nook - 125 A, Avenue A

In celebration of the "Love Month" of February and in honor of Valentine's Day, Nina's Nook presents inspiring artwork by over a dozen artists. There will be sculpture, paintings, drawings, and ceramics that range from mild to wild on the "SSS" scale. Details here. Artists are:

Amina Silk, Edite Cunha, Wednesday Nelena Sorokin, Peter Monroe, Patrick Bogart, Christin Couture, Dan Cheney, Nina Rossi, Glenn Ridler, Nicol Wander, Joseph McCarthy, Tim DeChristopher, Kathleen Anderson, Camille, Leslie DeGraffe, Marvin Paige, Tony Palumbo. 

Franklin County Falls Pumpkin Fest

October 20, 2012

 

The third annual Pumpkinfest will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2012 on Avenue A in Turners Falls. The event is FREE to the public. Just bring cash for food, beer, and fun! The event runs from 3-9pm, with FREE shuttling from Turners Falls High School and Sheffield School!  More info on how you can get involved here.

 

Missoula Oblongata in Food City Photos

 

 

 

Many thanks to Food City, Missoula Oblongata, local food producers and RiverCulture's Producers committee for this most recent Producers performance which truly re-imagined and re-engaged a beloved Turners Falls institution - FoodCity.  Details on the show here and more photos on our facebook page.  

RiverCulture goes to Hamburg, Germany

RiverCulture Director, Lisa Davol, participated in a cultural exchange to Hamburg, Germany as part of the Riverscaping project. The goal of the trip was to learn about the processes by which the progressive, environmentally conscious and artistic community of Hamburg achieved its goals so we can then bring these experiences back home to better our own communities. Details here.

Strathmore Mill Opportunity

The Strathmore Mill Redevelopment Project will result in the restoration of a picturesque brick mill complex and adjacent grounds to its place as a cornerstone of the community and downtown economy in the historic village of Turners Falls, Massachusetts. The Town of Montague seeks an innovative partner to serve as master developer for this unique redevelopment opportunity in a location that boasts both natural beauty and the conveniences of an urban area. Details here.

RiverCulture Wins the Commonwealth Award!

RiverCulture is the proud recipient of the 2011/2012 Commonwealth Award, honoring exceptional achievement in the arts, humanities, and sciences. The Massachusetts Cultural Council presents the award every two years to individuals and organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to education, economic vitality, and quality of life in communities across the state.

 

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