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2024 Events

October 2024

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Be Witched!
AddamsFest 2024

The Halloween mural art project was started 2017 as a collaboration between the Optimist Club and the Westfield High School Fine Arts Department. The Optimist Club sponsored Halloween themed murals created by Westfield High School Fine Arts Department students undeer the direction of the Fine Arts teachers. Each impressive artistic creation is six feet by three feet and several students design and paint each mural. All the murals are Halloween themed and many portray elements of the Addams Family.

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

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September 2024

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Seward Johnson

Reflections of Ordinary Life

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

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July - August 2024

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Summer Reads

by Westfield Authors

Charles Addams

Anthony Ausiello

Judy Blume

Jayne Book Salomon

Barbara Burton
Debbie Chaskin

Wende and Harry Devlin

Rosemary DiBattista

Edward Einhorn

Langston Hughes

Rabbi Charles Kroloff 

Irene Latham

Dea Lenihan

Wendy Loggia

Roger Lowenstein

Peter Lyons

Andrew McCarthy

George Melloan

Meaghan B. Murphy 

Matt Myklusch

Eva Natiello

Zora Neal Hurston

Peggy Noonan

Ann Ormsby

Robin Rosen Chang

Cecelia Saint-Denis 

Albert Tucher 

Giao Williams

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

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June 2024

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Cassandra Saint-Jean: A Journey Through Time

Artist Bio:

Cassandra Saint-Jean is a self-taught abstract artist based in New Jersey. With a background in photography.
She is known for her vibrant and dynamic paintings inspired by her Caribbean culture and love for color.
Cassandra's artwork often explores themes of freedom, transformation, and inner emotions.

 

 

Artist Statement: 

A Journey Through Time: An exhibition that encapsulates my artistic journey and the evolution of my creative expression.
This collection unites my earlier works, centered on self-expression, with my newer, emotionally resonant pieces inspired
by everyday life and personal experiences. Together, they narrate my growth from expressive beginnings to a more nuanced present.
I invite you to witness this evolution and find inspiration in the journey of transformation.

All artwork can be viewed at this link.

Pricing information available here.

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

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May 2024

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Westfield Then & Now

In celebration of National Preservation Month, the Historic Preservation Commission and
Public Arts Commission have joined forces to present this special exhibit celebrating
Westfield past and present. Vintage photographs sourced from the archives of
the Westfield Historical Society are shown alongside present-day views of the same scene,
in some cases faithfully recreated using the current occupants.

Among the municipal, commercial and residential sites featured are Arcanum Hall, Mindowaskin Park,
and historic neighborhoods such as Boulevard, Stoneleigh Park, and Kimball Avenue.
Viewed from the same vantage points, these landmarks appear strikingly similar to when
they were first built, thanks to the legacy of historic preservation. The resulting display is a
vivid portrait of Westfield's timeless architectural heritage and enduring community spirit.

In conjunction with the exhibition, the public is invited to submit their own
"Then & Now" photographs for an online display by emailing them
to hpc@westfieldnj.gov and tagging the Center for Creativity at the Rialto in social media posts.


Credits: All historic images courtesy of the Westfield Historical Society Archives
Current photos: Margaret Smith, Westfield Public Arts Commission

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

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April 2024

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Artists with Autism

The Center for Creativity celebrates Autism Awareness Month
with our 2nd annual “ARTISTS WITH AUTISM” art exhibit
featuring works by autistic artists of all ages from all over New Jersey.

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

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March 2024

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National Youth Art Month

Art exhibit by Westfield Public Schools K-12 students

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

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February 2024

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Celebrating the Year Of The Dragon 
Art by the Union Chinese School.

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

January 2024

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WESTFIELD Art by local artists from the Westfield Art Association.
Al
l artworks are for sale and you can view the show and purchase art here.

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This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART
(History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant
from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

2023 Events

Meet the artists who designed and painted our holiday windows this winter!

Click on each image to learn more about the artists and their inspiration behind their designs.

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Darrin Owens

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Jennifer Wilner

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Brian DeCicco

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Stacy Plummer

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Dea Lenihan

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2022 Events

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RICARDO ROIG

Art Retrospective

1983 - Today

Roig Retrospective at the Center for Creativity at the Rialto

is an exhibit of the discovery and development of

Roig’s artistic talent throughout the years.

https://www.roigcollection.com/

Exhibit is also open by Appointment by contacting Roig Collection:

info@roigcollection.com

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

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