BRATTLEBORO — March is Student Art Month in Windham County, and the Arts Council of Windham County is again organizing events to showcase the great art our young people produce.
Now observed for a 34th year, Student Art Month also recognizes the teachers and schools helping young artists to blossom.
An opening ceremony at the Boys & Girls Club features a performance by The Snaz, a young indie rock band, on Friday, March 7, at 5:30 p.m. From there check out openings of high school visual arts shows downtown at Gallery Walk:
• Two-dimensional art not including photos will be displayed at the Brattleboro Boys & Girls Club, 17 Flat St.
• Photography will be displayed at In-Sight Photography, 45 Flat St.
• Three-dimensional works will be out for review at Vermont Artisan Designs and Gallery 2, 106 Main St.
All shows are available for viewing through March 31.
An awards ceremony is set for Friday, March 28, at 7 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club to honor outstanding work in 10 categories. The public will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite pieces in a people's choice awards.
For elementary school art, visit Brooks Memorial Library and many other locations around Windham County throughout March.
As well, music, drama, and dance performances will grace venues countywide. For listings, follow your local papers or visit the Arts Council of Windham County at www.ACWC.us.