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July Sketch Out!

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From our Sketch Out coordinator, Kim (Contact: kjm.sketchout@gmail.com):

Our next Sketch Out will be Sat, July 13th from 10 am to 2 pm. This will be an en plein air event and take place at the Botanical Gardens (New Location!). No refreshments will be provided at this event.

Sketch Out details below:

• Date: Saturday, July 13th 2024
• Time: 10 am to 2 pm
• Location:
NJ Botanical Gardens
E Cottage Rd
Ringwood, NJ 07456
• Meeting spot: Parking Lot A
(We will be there at 10 am and again at 2 pm… you can find us sketching on the grounds in between those times.)

Please note:
(1) NJ State parks are collecting entrance fees as of July 1st. Please plan accordingly.
(2) No refreshments will be offered as the Botanical Gardens does not allow picnicking; however, please stay hydrated and bring sustenance as we will be creating through lunch time.

Sketch Out is an artist gathering, en plein air style, for sketching/painting. All skill levels/ages are welcome. Bring your own supplies. Please plan for the weather. We will take a group picture with our sketches/paintings at around 2 pm by parking lot A.

What to bring:
• Yourself
• Sketch/paint supplies (none will be provided)
• Accessories (optional): chair, easel, hat, sunscreen, bug spray, umbrella, etc.
• Your smile!

Purpose:
To sketch/paint and meet fellow artists in the area. No pressure/no judgement… show up when you want, leave when you want.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

July 18 – Free Concert in the Park – 6:30pm

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Join us on July 18 @ 6:30pm for a FREE concert on the porch of the Manor House in Ringwood Manor State Park, sponsored by the Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts!

As part of their Summer Concert Series the North Jersey Concert Band will be performing on the front porch of the Manor House at Ringwood Manor State Park.
Seating will be on the lawn of the manor house, so bring your own blankets and chairs.

Thanks to Diane Bossard for the wonderful artwork on the flyer below. We hope to see you there!

“Them Barn Rats” – Saturday, Nov. 4 – 3pm

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Join us on Saturday, November 4th, for a concert at the Carriage Barn Gallery. Enjoy acoustic Americana roots-style music performed by the lively band Them Barn Rats featuring Brissol, Gerard Fee, and Joey Black.


• Date: Saturday, November 4th 2023

• Time: 3:30 pm (doors open at 3:00 pm)

• Location:
Ringwood Manor Carriage Barn Gallery
1304 Sloatsburg Rd
Ringwood, NJ 07456

• Suggested Donation of $5

Hot apple cider and treats will be available. Dress warm and bring your friends!

10/14/23 – En Plein Air Art in the Park

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En Plein Air Art in the Park Day will be Saturday, October 14th, beginning at 8 am.
This event is similar to our Sketch Out but will be judged, and you must register and get your paper/canvas stamped prior to beginning your art.

This is open to all: Free for our members and $10 for non-members.


Barn doors open at 8 am for registration and will continue until 11 am. You must have your work handed in before 2 pm for Judging. Immediately after Awards at 2:30 pm we will have a FREE Watercolor Demo by artist and instructor Arthur Gilmore.

  • Date: Saturday, October 14th
  • Time: 8 am to 2:30 pm
  • Location: Barn Gallery
    1304 Sloatsburg Road
    Ringwood, NJ 07456
  • Schedule:
    • 8 am – Registration Begins at the Barn Gallery
    • 2 pm – Judging Begins – Art must be handed in prior to 2 pm
    • 2:30 pm – Awards followed by Watercolor Demo

Find the event on Facebook!