FREE SHOPPING DAY
Saturday, November 1, 2025
at Southbury Parks & Recreation - Mat Room, 561 Main St. S, Southbury, CT
Creativity for Everyone!
Art supplies can be expensive but creativity should never be out of reach. The SACA Artists’ Pantry helps remove barriers so more people can experience the joy and healing of making art.
DROP-OFF DONATIONS: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Bring your unused or gently loved art
supplies to stock our Artists’ Pantry
PUBLIC SHOPPING (FREE!): 10 AM- 12:00 PM
Open to all community members. Come “shop” for supplies at no cost and fuel your creativity!
Questions?
Oversized Donation?
Please text Sherrie Romano 203-770-6295
or Barbara Phillips 203-733-8314
or email us at info@southburyartsandculturealliance.org
VOTE FOR THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD!
Judging has begun for this year's annual Artist of the Year Award. Thanks to all who nominated the seven worthy nominees!
This year, for the first time, a second award will be given, the People’s Choice Award. The public is invited to participate by voting for their favorite among the nominees. It’s a fun and meaningful way for our community to support local artists.
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Promote & Support the Arts – Encouraging artistic expression through events, exhibitions, and performances.
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Public Art & Cultural Programming – Facilitating creative projects and cultural experiences for all ages.
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Education & Community Engagement – Enhancing access to arts and culture while fostering learning opportunities.
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Collaboration & Advocacy – Serving as a resource for local artists, organizations, and town leadership to support creative growth.
MONTHLY:
ANNUALLY:
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Southbury Chalk Walk
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Art in the Park - In partnership with Southbury Parks & Recreation
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Make Music Day - Every June 21st
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Artist of the Year
ALSO:
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Community Artists' Pantry
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Community Quilt - Part of Southbury's 350th Celebration
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Assisted the Town and Sustainable Southbury in being awarded Sustainable Connecticut's Silver Certification
SACA welcomes artists of all disciplines and mediums, as well as all supporters of the arts, to join its mission!
Whether you’re interested in participating, volunteering, or supporting local arts initiatives, SACA offers many opportunities to engage.
Join us as we shape the future of Southbury’s arts and culture scene—because a thriving arts community benefits everyone!
We’re so lucky to have such a vibrant and diverse arts and culture scene right here in Southbury! From galleries and performances to historic landmarks and public art, there’s so much to explore and enjoy.
Check out our interactive Southbury, CT Resource Map to discover all the amazing cultural gems, activities and resources in our area!
