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Green Gold, Champagne Cocktails, Quartets , SculPture, ART & Hermaphrodites - Stamford Art Walk

6/30/2016

Fairfield County "It!"

had a blast at the

Stamford Artwalk

in Stamford, Connecticut.

As we walked to the first venue, I heard someone walking along the sidewalk mention there was
Green Gold
at J Hollander Goldsmith.
We met up with
Russ Hollander,
the owner and goldsmith, in his store and inquired about the "green gold".
He explained that green gold is gold that does not have any copper mixed into it.
Gold naturally has a green hue.
Here is a picture of a green gold chain necklace and a weaved bracelet.

Russ has many stunning pieces displayed in the store and could create a unique gold piece designed just for you with your select blend of gold!

Russ also won the
best cocktail award of the evening serving champagne with strawberries
in attractive flutes!

Outside the Ferguson Library we enjoyed listening to this stringed quartet.

I enjoyed Loft Artist Association's
artist Sholeh Janati's
Sextet of Fish
at the Palace Theatre.

I would love to hang them up at my sea house.
As soon as I get a sea house!

At the Stamford Art Association we met artist Nadia Martinez. She is the artist in residence at the Museum of Art & Design (MAD)
in NYC.
We enjoyed her colorful artistic expressions about written communication in our world today.

From MAD's website
"Nadia Martinez works in a variety of mediums, with her work reflecting on daily encounters and experiences that are often difficult to express in words. Martinez strives to make statements that are positive and uplifting and draws from her background in architecture to explore the interaction between humans and nature and the qualities that shape our faith and values today."

I am amazed at how this male maintains this pose year after year at the
Fernando Luis Alvarez Gallery.

Below is a statue from the recently visited
"Pergamon"
exhibit at the
Metropolitan Museum of Art from 200ish BC.
Despite the extraordinary mastery of sculpture,
sculptor's back then chose to include a sturdy platform.

We finished up at the Franklin Street Works which featured moving art forms such as this video of a male/female figure.

Apparently, the hermaphrodite concept
has been subject to artistic interpretation for a while now
as demonstrated below in another "Pergamon" sculpture
from the Hellenistic Period 323 BC to AD.

A very fun artistic evening!

Cheers,

"It!" Woman Kyle

Hitchcock - Pyscho, Edward Hopper & Cocktails on the Roof of the Metropolitan Museum of ARt!

6/23/2016

Fairfield County "It!"
had a delightful time viewing

Cornelia Parker's
Transitional Object
(Psycho Barn)
on the
roof top of the
Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Cornelia created a structure that
combines
the wholesomeness of a red barn with the darkness of the
house utlized for "Psycho", Alfred Hitchcock's
psychologically terrorizing movie.
Alfred's
inspiration for the house was
Edward Hopper's
"The House by the Railroad"

Edward Hopper "The House by the Railroad"

The "Psycho Barn" was made from historic reclaimed red barn materials.

Cornelia made it into a set, rather than a complete structure,
similar to the facade Alfred used in "Psycho".

The ominous house only had two walls in the movie.

It was a glorious day on top of The Met!
A fabulous place to be with its stunning view of
Central Park
tree tops and
Manhattan skyline.

All sorts of libations are available at the roof top bar.

Afterward we hitched a ride with a bicycle cab. Here is the back of the strong man that pedaled us to Grand Central Station.

Another thrill of that day as we meandered our way in and out of cars on Fifth Avenue.

We survived the perilous fun journey!

I highly recommend you check out the roof and all of the other marvelous exhibits and collections
at the
Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC!

"It!" Woman Kyle

Here is Cornelia Parker discussing the Metropolitan Museum of Art Roof Garden Commission 2016

Highlights of the 2016 Greenwich International Film Festival!

6/16/2016

Fairfield County "It!"
had a fabulous time at the
2nd Annual
Greenwich International Film Festival.

Day 1.
Opening Night found us at
"The Anthropologist",
a documentary about the impact of global warming on various communities around the world.

A primary specialization of anthropology today is the impact to mankind from climatic change. The movie featured an anthropologist mother and daughter investigating the effects, and also highlighted memories from the daughter of and
film moments from the life of
well known
Anthropologist,
Margaret Mead.

After the show Seth Kramer, director of the movie, talked to us about the 7 year journey of discovery, distress, wonder and joy as they traveled around the globe,
witnessing the impact to communities, families, food sources, and local economies as
glaciers recede and waters rise.

After the movie we headed to the Greenwich Boys & Girls Club
for the
Opening Night Film Premiere & Party.

The Greenwich International Film Festival
did an excellent job creating an electrifying ambience of color, glamour, great food & drinks, and musical talent.

My favorite bite that evening was the delicious scallop carpaccio from South End Uncorked. A wonderful medley of sea and spice.

Val's Putnam Wines
offered a wide variety of tasty libations from attentive bartenders within the
"strikingly good looking bar"
located in the center of the party.

The entertainment that evening started with Dar Williams.
Her silky vocals
were wonderful
whether intently watching her perform or as background music as you made the rounds throughout the party.

Later John Popper
brought down the house
with his harmonica, vocals and excellent pianist.

Afterward the awards were announced.
And the winners are:

Best Social Impact Film Documentary — Hooligan Sparrow
Narrative Feature — Little Men
Narrative Short — Before the Bomb
Documentary Short — Another Kind of Girl

Day 2.
Two more movies:

Teenage Cocktail -
A thriller that keeps you engaged and for parents of teenagers a possible wake up call. Yikes!

The Unknown -
A suspenseful movie that keeps you on your toes throughout.

Afterward the elegant Changemaker Honoree Gala
was held at Richards in Greenwich.

Trudie Styler (Director, Producer, Actress) received the “Changemaker Award” for her work with the Rainforest Fund, a charitable entity she created with her husband Sting, dedicated to the support of indigenous peoples in South America, Africa, and Asia and traditional populations in their efforts to protect their environment and fulfill their rights.

Abigail Breslin (Scream Queens, ABC’s upcoming Dirty Dancing Musical, Little Miss Sunshine) received the
“Rising Changemaker Award.” She has chosen to work with the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), an organization that acts as a catalyst for changing society to have zero tolerance for domestic violence.

Kathie Lee Gifford
served as Master of Ceremonies and Musician Blessing Offor, a past finalist from The Voice, performed during the gala.

Day 3.

Robert Klein Still Can't Stop his Leg

A look back at the extraordinary career and talent of comedian Robert Klein.
Capturing his multifaceted capacity to entertain and providing an intimate look at his life.

LOL: The Big Business of Comedy

Moderated by Mike Fleming Jr., film editor of Deadine Hollywood, the panel of legendary talent included Richard Brener (Sex in the City, Wedding Crashers), Chris Bender (American Pie, The Hangover), Will Arnett (Arrested Development, 30 Rock), Peter Principato (Wet Hot American Summer) and Stuart Cornfeld (The Fly, Zoolander, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty).

Some of the categories discussed were the difficulty to make a funny film in todays sensitive media environment, deciding what makes it into a film & what to cut, the pros & cons of scripted comedic writing vs. improvisation and the constant need to reexamine what will deliver with todays audience.

Much to our dismay, we were unable to attend Day 4.

The 2nd Annual
Greenwich Interntional Film Festival
was a great success at meeting its mission of
Film, Philanthropy & Finance
to make a difference!

"It!" Woman Kyle

Charity Partners

Cricket Tell the Weather at Voices Cafe!

6/9/2016

Fairfield County "It!"
had a fun time watching
"Cricket Tell the Weather"
at the Voices Cafe
in Westport, Connecticut

Voices Cafe is a
performing artist venue
located at the Unitarian Church in Westport.

The seating is cabaret style and you can bring your own food and beverage while you watch the performance.

The proceeds from a performance go to support the values of social justice, community, stewardship, and spiritual nourishment.

The artists chosen to perform at Voices Cafe
are very talented groups,
such as the award winning
Cricket Tell the Weather.

Voices Cafe is a great venue to relax, enjoy talented musicians
and give back to the community!

"It!" Woman Kyle

Riding Bulls at Johnny Utah's!

6/2/2016

Fairfield County "It!"

had a Hoot Hollering
fun time at
Johnny Utah's SoNo

located in South Norwalk, Connecticut.

One of us ordered this steamy bubbling cocktail. Wickedly fun to drink.

Another had a tasty grass fed beef burger on a brioche bun.

On Friday nights they offer line dancing,
led by a professional
dance move cowboy.
Line dancing starts at 8 pm.

A great way to burn off a burger!

On Saturday nights they offer live music.

A little later, out came the bull.....

Here is our friend Randy riding the bull. He lasted longer than many. He also rides a Harley Davidson, perhaps there is some connection between a Harley and a mechanical bull?

I was too fragile to take on the risk. Boring me!

A great place to have Southwestern fun in New England!
See below for the burger deal.

Yee Haw!

"It!" Woman Kyle

Johnny Utah's Burger: $5

10 oz, grass fed, certified natural beef burger.
For $5 - burger on a Brioche bun.
Add a side of
french fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings, or a house salad for $3.
Cheese is $1.00 with the choice of
sharp cheddar, american, bleu cheese crumbles, swiss, cheez wiz or pepper jack.
Add other items $1.50 each with the choice of
sauteed mushrooms, sauteed onions, roasted red pepper, hot peppers, lettuce tomato red onion, fried egg, pico de gallo, giardiniera
Premium Add's are $2.00 each with the choice of
thick cut cut bacon, onion rings, chili, avocado, pulled pork
Dressings: $.75,
Utah's kicking burger sauce, Chipotle mayo, BBQ, Spicy BBQ, Spicy Mustar

The Big Bucking Burger: $19.95

10 oz, grass fed, certified, natural beef burger in between two grilled cheese sandwiches with pulled pork, thick cut bacon, lettuce, tomato and Utah's kicking burger sauce.

Green Gold, Champagne Cocktails, Quartets , SculPture, ART & Hermaphrodites - Stamford Art Walk

Hitchcock - Pyscho, Edward Hopper & Cocktails on the Roof of the Metropolitan Museum of ARt!

Highlights of the 2016 Greenwich International Film Festival!

Cricket Tell the Weather at Voices Cafe!

Riding Bulls at Johnny Utah's!

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