EEAC HAPPENINGS:

September 2026

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Cheers to an Extraordinary Night

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Now you can help us carry the energy forward. The Summer Soirée may be over, but what it makes possible is just beginning!

If you weren’t able to join us—or left inspired to do a little more—there’s still time to support the work ahead.

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What’s Next?

New School Scheduling App

Now you can explore, register, and manage your classes and courses smoothly

from your mobile device!

Everything is in one place, and families can even seamlessly switch profiles under one account.

Install: Apple App Store or Google Play

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Metafloric: Works of Bill Albertini and Ellen Wiener

This two-artist exhibition pairs the strikingly different practices of Bill Albertini and Ellen Wiener, united by a shared fascination with the natural world, myth, and the passage of time. On view at the Andy Tarshis Fine Art Gallery September 12 – October 10.

RSVP for the Opening Reception September 12

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Teen Music Performance Program

As seen at the Soirée – Bandspace is EEAC’s 360° music and artist-development program, open to musicians ages 13–19. In this group, teens form bands, develop their sound and identity, perform live, write and record original music, and gain hands-on experience creating and selling merchandise as they grow into the artists they want to be. Semester starts 9/14.

Auditions with Chris Jones Open Now

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Call to Printmakers

This national juried exhibition celebrates the enduring tradition and ongoing evolution of contemporary printmaking, bringing together artists working across the printmaking medium. Jurors Ellen Wiener and Bill Albertini, with curator Mich Miller, aim to highlight artists who demonstrate a strong commitment to the craft, embrace innovation, and expand the expressive possibilities of printmaking.

Learn More and Submit Here by September 20

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New Weekly Class – Mindful Energy Figure Drawing

Discover a mindful approach to figure drawing that brings together artistic practice and intentional focus. Machi Tantillo gives artists an opportunity to become grounded and present before putting pencil to paper, creating a thoughtful environment for observation, expression, and creativity. Every Sunday starting 9/13. Classes are 90 minutes.

Learn More and Sign Up

Gallery Artist Talk

Joyce Beckenstein sits down with Bill Albertini and Ellen Wiener in Metafloric to deconstruct their shared fascination with the natural world, myth, and the passage of time in their work. Audience Q&A welcome. Space is limited. Please RSVP to ensure yourself a seat.

RSVP for September 26 at 3PM

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New Course – Creative Writing with Graham Diamond

Learn to out of the box while developing your ideas and finding your unique voice. Accomplished author Graham Diamond shares insights from decades of writing and teaching, encouraging students to explore new perspectives and creative possibilities. Course is 8 Sessions, starting 9/22.

Learn More and Sign Up

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Call to Artists for East End’s 1st Annual Steamroller Printmaking Festival

The Call to Artists is open for EEAC’s first large scale print event. We’ve teamed up with the Riverhead Highway Department to bring this inaugural festival to our School on November 7.

Learn More and Apply

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New Weekly Class – Teen Fine Art

10-15 year olds can explore drawing, painting, and mixed media while building creative skills and confidence. Keira Bree teaches students different techniques, how to develop their own ideas, and to create original artwork in a studio environment every Saturday morning.

Learn More and Sign Up

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More Classes, Courses, & Workshops

Women’s Writing Studio with Maria Orlando Pietromonaco 

Mondays 10:30am – 12pm 

FREE Leave your Legacy Senior Writing Workshop with Maria Orlando Pietromonaco, brought to you by Shelter Island Home Care

Thursdays 10am-11:30am

Member Open Art Studio  

Tuesdays 10am-6pm 

Fantastic Art Time with Keira Bree  

Saturdays 10am-11am  

Ultimate Studio with Kenneth Jackson 

Saturdays & Sundays 12pm-2pm

Intro to Screen Printing Workshop with Mich Miller

Saturdays, August 8th & 15th 2:30pm-5:30pm

Linocut Printmaking Workshop with Mich Miller

Friday, September 25th 7-9PM

Monotype Printmaking Workshop with Mich Miller

Sunday, September 27th 10am-2pm

Printmaking Intensive 6-Week Course with Mich Miller

Sundays Oct. 4 through Nov. 8 1:30-4:30pm

See Calendar of All Upcoming Art, Music, & Writing Classes & Workshops

Now scheduling Private Music Lessons for the

Fall Semester!

Lessons are available for piano, guitar, bass, vocals, drums, woodwinds, and more. 30, 45, and 60 minute options available.

Secure your spot before they are gone.

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Don’t Miss a Visit to

Bird Song: A Sculpture Trail

Visit the North Fork Audubon Society at Inlet County Park in Greenport to see nine installations by EEAC artists as you venture to the overlook platform. On view until October 11.

John Wittenberg • Ted Thirlby • Jay Sylvester • Arden Scott • Nathan Slate Joseph • Bill Albertini • Sherry Davis • Scott McIntire • John Warner

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Calendar Checklist:
September 10 – Spirit of Huntington presents ArtABILITY at 11 West Gallery
September 12 – Metafloric, an exhibition of works by Bill Albertini & Ellen Wiener opens at Andy Tarshis Fine Art Gallery

September 26 – Metafloric Gallery Talk, art writer Joyce Beckenstein is in conversation with Bill Albertini & Ellen Wiener at the Andy Tarshis Fine Art Gallery

October 24 – The Art of Communication:Technical and Conceptual Explorations in Printmaking, curated by Lorena Salcedo-Watson & Glynis Berry and brought to you by North Fork Side by Side, opens at Andy Tarshis Fine Art Gallery
October 24 – Print Continuum Juried Exihibition opens at 11 West Gallery

November 7 – Inaugural Steamroller Printmaking Festival at 206 Griffing Ave.

November 19 – 40th Anniversary Harvest Gospel Concert at The Suffolk

View Upcoming Events & Workshops on Eventbrite

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Many thanks for the generosity of the donors, funders, sponsors, and volunteers who help propel East End Arts & Humanities Council.

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Board of Directors:
Frank Lentini, President; Andy Tarshis, Vice President; Lisa Quinn, Treasurer; Bob Ward, Secretary; Glynis Berry; Laurie Lauterbach; Ellen Darion; Jim Lennon 

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Riverhead, NY 11901 US

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