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Classical Saturdays returns with
Women and Virtue: An Evening of Art Songs
Performers: Benjamin C.S. Boyle, piano; Rebecca Myers, soprano
Join us for our Classical season opener! Soprano Rebecca Myers and composer and pianist Benjamin C.S. Boyle present an evening of evocative art songs of the 19th through the 21st centuries, revealing the choices women have faced throughout the ages. The program will include music of Benjamin Boyle, Samuel Barber, Gabriel Fauré, and Francis Poulenc.
$25 ($15 members) | 5 pm | Click here for tickets
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Members’ Weekend at the Straw Maze
November 2 through November 3
Straw Maze season is extended through Thanksgiving weekend! To celebrate, our members will receive FREE admission to the maze November 2-3, 10am-5pm. If you’re visiting on Sunday, be sure to also check out Artmaking & Storytelling, beginning at 12:30pm!
Free for Members | Click here for more details
Mon
4
Lecture: “The Echo of My Gaze”: Edith Neff, James Elkins, and How We Connect with Art
Lecturer: Susan Shifrin, ARTZ Philadelphia
In the context of Our Town: A Retrospective of Edith Neff, Susan Shifrin will explore art historian James Elkins’s thought-provoking work The Object Stares Back: On the Nature of Seeing. This lecture will delve into the intersecting encounters between the viewer and the people and places that Neff commits to canvas.
$15 ($10 members) | 1:30 pm | Click here for tickets
Sat
9
Museum Holiday Store Opening Weekend
Open 6 days a week, November 9 through December 31
It’s that time of year again! Woodmere’s Museum Holiday Store has something unique for everyone on your list. Stop by during opening weekend to shop our fresh selection of holiday gifts.
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Members will receive 20% off of one item November 9-10
Sat
Classical Saturdays presents: Curtis at Woodmere
Saturdays, November 9 & 16
Curtis Institute of Music is home to some of the most talented young performers of their generation. Join us for these two very exciting classical performances at Woodmere:
November 9
Curtis at Woodmere: Student Program
Musicians: Hyun Jae Lim, violin; Yoni Levyatov, piano​
Enjoy an evening of incredible music with rising violinist Hyun Jae Lim, a student of renowned artists Midori and Arnold Steinhardt at Curtis Institute of Music.
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November 16
Curtis on Tour: Beethoven Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 20
Lecturer: David Serkin Ludwig
Musicians: Sara Han, clarinet; Doron Laznow, bassoon; Gabriel Kovach, horn; Benjamin Schmid, violin; Haeji Kim, viola; John Lee, cello; Marcus Elliott Gaved, double bass
Beethoven’s Septet in E-flat major, Op. 20, was one of the most popular of the composer’s works during his lifetime. A special evening devoted to the piece will begin with a lecture about Beethoven and the Septet by David Serkin Ludwig, Chair of Composition Studies at Curtis, followed by a complete performance of the work.
$25 ($15 members) | 5 pm | Click here for tickets
Wed
13
Rago Auctions Appraisal Event
Have you ever wondered what your prized jewelry, art and antiques are really worth? Join Rago experts Meredith Hilferty, Lauren Della-Croce and Mick Byers for free valuations of decorative arts and jewelry. To schedule your appointment, contact Robin Daum at 609-397-9374, ext.119 or email robin@ragoarts.com.
Free | 10 am – 2 pm
Fri
15
ARTZ @ Woodmere
Meetings occur monthly
ARTZ Philadelphia and Woodmere offer informal, interactive programs for visitors living with dementia and their caregivers through interactions with artworks and opportunities for self-expression. The programs are facilitated by ARTZ Philadelphia director Dr. Susan Shifrin, an art historian, independent curator, and art accessibility advocate. Contact shifrin@artzphilly.org or (610) 721-1606 to register.
Free (pre-registration required) | 11 am
Mon
18
Annual Members Meeting
Join us for Woodmere’s 2019 Annual Members Meeting presented by museum Director & CEO, William Valerio. A reception will follow.
6pm | To RSVP, email Emily Myles by November 15
Sat
23
Holiday Program: Circle of Trees
Join us for this Chestnut Hill tradition that kicks off the holiday season with a charming lighting ceremony! Meet Santa and celebrate with live music, yummy treats, and the opening of Woodmere’s holiday exhibitions: Merry and Bright II and Golden Slippers. Families are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped toys which will be donated to a local charity. Sponsored by the Chestnut Hill Business and Community Associations.
Free | 5:30-7:30 pm | Click here for more Holiday Programs
Tuesday Movie Nights
Tuesdays | 7:30 pm
On Tuesday nights, Woodmere’s main gallery is transformed into an intimate setting for screenings of rare and underseen films as well as classics.
Nov 05 | Kansas City
Nov 12 | Big Deal on Madonna Street
Nov 19 | The Man Who Would Be King
Nov 26 | My Man Godfrey
Suggested Donation $5
Click here to learn more
Friday Night Jazz
Fridays | 6 pm
Celebrate music at Woodmere on Friday evenings with exceptional jazz performers and amazing works of art!
Nov 01 | British Invasion
Nov 08 | Best of Thelonious Monk
Nov 15 | Bing & Satchmo Tribute
Nov 22 | Annie Ross & King Pleasure
$25 ($15 members)
Click here to purchase tickets
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