MAC Blog

Call for Teen Artists for Exhibit: Like It or Not

by Joan Clifford, Executive Director   Are you a local teen artist that would like to contribute art for an exhibit in May at the Milton Art Center.? The theme title, Like It or Not, challenges teens to explore the impact of social media on their lives.  Social media platforms offer opportunities for connection and…
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Irish music and Milton Scenes Exhibit by Mark Vonnegut at First Friday March

by Joan Clifford, Executive Director   First Friday March, March 1, 6-9pm, is an opportunity for people to come view Mark Vonnegut’s watercolor paintings on exhibit until April 6th, catch up with neighborhood friends, and listen to talented local musicians perform modern and traditional Irish music at the Milton Art Center. There will also be…
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Interview with Mark Vonnegut, artist, musician, author, and pediatrician

by Joan Clifford, Executive Director   Interview with Mark Vonnegut, artist, musician, author, and pediatrician for over 40 years, who recently closed his practice MV Pediatrics in Quincy.  Vonnegut is the author of three books, The Eden Express, Just Like Someone Without Mental Illness Only More So, and The Heart of Caring: A Life in…
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Starting a Creative Life in the New Year

Is this the year that you are going to finally commit to starting your art practice? I know that I prioritize my work life over my creative life, because it’s a necessity for living in the expensive Northeast, but it’s also a reality that it doesn’t take much time to start a creative practice with…
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Merry Music

Merry Music, a First Friday, 2nd Annual Holiday Music Event by Joan Clifford, Executive Director Merry Music will be performed again at the First Friday event, December 1, 6-9pm at the Milton Art Center. It was such a hit that a new tradition has started. Some of the musicians gave us a preview of their…
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A Conversation with the Hilarious Hometown Comedian, Corey Rodrigues

By Joan Clifford, Executive Director   In anticipation of his upcoming comedy show at the Milton Art Center on Saturday, November 25th, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Corey Rodrigues, a proud Milton native and highly sought-after comedian. Known for his national touring performances in colleges, clubs, and corporate events, Corey has garnered…
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