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Crystal Bowl Sound Healing

Posted on June 12, 2016September 6, 2016 by ML C

Crystal Bowl Sound Healing is held every third Tuesday at 7:30pm. Hosted by "Soaring Eagle" Lou Sorrentino, sound healing combines psychological therapies with music to heal the body. With instruments such as Crystal Bowls crafted for perfect resonance, Lou restores energy flows to their proper states and bring peace to our bodies. Sit back and relax, let the vibrations wash...

Anything Goes Open Mic

Posted on June 12, 2016March 2, 2018 by ML C

Every Monday at 7pm. Hosted by Ashley Hamel, the Rob and Terri Duo, Kyla, or Bill Katz. Sign up starts at 6:30pm. $5 admission

July Art Show

Posted on June 8, 2016 by ML C

The Buttonwood Tree is pleased to present Middletown artist Tom Humphreys’ work during the month of July 2016! Tom will be hosting a reception on Sunday July 10th at 5:00pm. Learn more about Tom.

All That Jazz

Posted on May 28, 2016May 28, 2016 by ML C

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Photo Galleries

Posted on May 28, 2016May 28, 2016 by ML C

All That Jazz Anything Goes Dead Poets Society O Brother, Where Art Thou?

Acoustic Open Mic with Bob Gotta

Posted on May 28, 2016May 28, 2016 by ML C

Every First Thursday of every month, Bob Gotta hosts this acoustic open mic which is the LONGEST CONTINUALLY RUNNING Open Mic in the STATE! Sign-up starts at 6:30. Bring your own instrument or play our piano or congas. Come play and be heard!

Great Make Believe Improv Show

Posted on May 28, 2016October 5, 2017 by ML C

Don’t miss your chance to join the GMBS Improv Troupe for comedy and fun! Watch The Great Make Believe Society perform different kinds of improv comedy! See the styles of improv comedy made popular in Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston, and New York! Watch improvised scenes created right before your eyes, based on your suggestions! Comedy fit for the family! Check the calendar fo...

June Art Show

Posted on May 23, 2016June 13, 2016 by ML C

On display for the month of June is the work of local Connecticut photographer, Curt Tota. The theme of his exhibit is Joy. Beautiful 9x13 prints are available for $40 each, with 20% being donated back to The Buttonwood Tree! Also available are regular prints and a sampling of his work, which is best viewed under black light.

Free Poets Collective

Posted on May 21, 2016October 5, 2017 by ML C

International Beat Poetry Festival Presents: Featured Guest Poets with Open Mic, Includes Live Music Accompaniment. Check calendar for next event

Soul Harmony Benefit Show

Posted on May 20, 2016 by ML C

Artists Supporting Artists and The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts & Cultural Center are casting for The Soul Harmony Show (TSHS) on June 18, 2016, 8-10pm Middletown CT. TSHS is an open mic for professional and amateur artists of all types no matter what genre or craft. Please contact Duane Denny at 508-840-5225 or info@artistssupportingartists.org Learn more here

The Tile Project

Posted on May 4, 2016June 28, 2017 by ML C

Since last April we here are The Buttonwood Tree have been mounting a fundraising campaign that will bring a beautiful visual art installation to the foyer of our facility at 605 Main Street in downtown Middletown. A 46”x 58” space on the wall will be filled with a ceramic tile mosaic of an artist’s interpretation of both our mission and our buttonwood tree logo. To b...

Middlesex Drum Circle

Posted on April 27, 2016April 27, 2016 by ML C

On the 4th Thursday of each month at 7:00pm. A group of people that enjoy a good drum rhythm, especially when put into a circle. No reservations are necessary, extra percussion instruments will be available, though you are encouraged to bring your own. $5 donation.