Members Only Event
An Exquisite Vision: The Art of Lisbeth Zwerger
Exhibition Opening Reception
July 10, 2010
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for an intimate Members' evening to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition! The event includes complimentary appetizers and drink ticket, a conversation with Lisbeth Zwerger, and the chance to win exhibition-related items in our free drawing. Members RSVP to Jennifer Darling at (413) 658-1104 or membership@ carlemuseum.org.

This exhibition made possible with the generous support of Helen and Peter Bing.

In The Auditorium
Lisbeth Zwerger: The Art and Evolution of her Illustrations
July 11, 2010
1:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
(1 PDP) Using examples from her illustrations for The Nutcracker, Zwerger will talk about the evolution of art.

Book signing to follow.

In The Auditorium
Gerwick Puppets presents Aesop’s Fables
July 17, 2010
1:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
Join the award-winning Gerwick Puppets for fables rich in fun and foibles.

In The Auditorium
CactusHead Puppets Presents
The Pied Piper of Hamelin
August 10 - August 13, 2010
1:00 pm
$5 (Members $4.50)
The town of Hamelin has a rat problem, and there is only one man who can help. Join puppeteers John and Megan Regan of CactusHead Puppets as they present a slightly silly, puppet-filled adaptation of this fairy tale classic.

Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Museum Admissions Desk or by calling 413.658.1126. Ticket price does not include Museum Admission.

In The Auditorium
Amherst Ballet Interprets the Magical World of Lisbeth Zwerger
August 28, 2010
1:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
See some of the tales illustrated by Zwerger come alive with the grace and attention to detail so characteristic of this artist. For more information visit www.amherstballet.org.

In The Auditorium
Once Upon a Time: Fairy Tales and Childhood
September 25, 2010
1:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
(1 PDP) Inspired by the fairy tales illustrated by Lisbeth Zwerger, Harvard professor Maria Tatar will guide the audience through these childhood stories exploring their historical origins, their cultural complexities, and their psychological effects.
Book signing to follow