2-week Harp workshop and Castlebay Performance!

Join the West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts (WCCMA) for two harp workshops on Thursdays April 10 and 24, 6:30-7:15p! No musical experience necessary, and you’ll learn everything you need to know to play harp in the Campfire Songs workshop with Maine harping/storytelling duo Castlebay on Saturday, April 26. Workshops are cumulative and there are only five harps available, so a firm commitment is required. Fee is by donation, suggested $5 per class; at the end of the first class, you’ll have the chance to rent your harp so that you can practice at home. To register contact [email protected], or call 603-558-8174. For more information, click HERE.

All are welcome at the Castlebay concert Saturday, April 26 at 4pm. The concert will be followed by an al fresco dinner (weather permitting), then a Campfire Songs workshop at 6:30 which is open to all singers, dancers, whistlers, puppeteers, and other fun-lovers! No advanced preparation is necessary for this workshop, unless you would like to join in on harp and don’t play it yet. For more about Castlebay, visit castlebay.net.

Calling all Bakers!

The winning cookie for 2012!

The winning cookie for 2012!

The West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts is holding their 3rd Annual Baking Competition and Sale. Known for its exceptional baked goods, this event benefits the WCCMA community and youth programs. Interested participants can contact [email protected] to sign up, or click HERE for more info. The winners of the competition win great prizes from local businesses and supporters of WCCMA, as well as the title of Claremont’s Best Baker for the year. There is a $5 entry fee, for full details on requirements visit wcc-ma.org. Professional/Restaurants are encouraged to enter in the professional category to highlight their delicious items available for purchase locally. Any baked item is welcome, from cookies and cakes to holiday favorites from cultures around the world. Competitors are not required to be from Claremont.

The Competition will take place on December 7th at 1pm at the Union Church Hall, 133 Old Church Rd in West Claremont. All items will be available for sale and competitors’ entries will be available to sample at the event. Special judges for this event will be announced soon.

Get ready for December Events!

Our Events for December are coming up quickly, don’t forget to mark your calendar!

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3rd Annual Baking Competition and Sale – December 7th, 1pm – 3pm – Bake Sale of exquisite treats, raffle, and friendly competition with prizes! Prices for baked goods vary, multiple purchase options are available. Click HERE for info

Christmas with the Firehouse 6 – December 22nd, 2pm – Join us for this festive holiday concert, including Dixieland and holiday favorites, all presented under the pine boughs. Click HERE for Info

 

 

We will be sending out letters for our Annual Fundraising Drive soon. If you don’t receive a letter, or prefer to have other donation option, you can click HERE. All donations are tax deductible, and make our programs possible! We have had astounding growth in the last year, including a dramatic increase in youth education programs. Your donations help to change the lives of children in the greater Claremont area, by providing them with instruments, access to instruction, and inspiring performances. Thank you for your support!