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  Opening Reception
Saturday April 17th, 1:00-3:00PM
Opening reception with brush painting demonstration by Mr. Chiang*
*This program is made possible with public funds from the
New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency.
  Saturday, April 25 | Sudoku at the Hammond Museum - 1:00-2:30PM
Maki Kaji - The Godfather of Sudoku Meet Maki Kaji - The Godfather of Sudoku
& the founder of Japan-Based logic publishing company Nikoli Co. Ltd
Lecture & Mini Contests/t-Shirts & books from Nikoli company awarded to winners
  Sunday, May 2nd | 45th Annual Blessing of the Animals - 3:00PM - Free
45th Annual Blessing of the Animals All are invited including cats, dogs, birds, fish, turtles/Rain or Shine
  Saturday, May 8th
Steven P. Perkins Steven P. Perkins - Gallery Talk 2:00PM
  Saturday, June 19th | Chinese Culture Day - 1:00PM-3:00PM
Melody Dragon Fun for the family at Hammond Museum’s Chinese Culture Day*
Melody of Dragon*
is an ensemble playing traditional instruments from China, led by Chen Tao,
a world-class master of the Chinese bamboo flute(dizi).  Chinese music is inspired by nature with depictions
of animals, rivers, gardens and traditions and celebrations of daily life. Melody of Dragon’s music will offer a glimpse of China and the soul of its people through their music.  Children will be able to try an instrument after the performance.

There will also be folk crafts of Chinese paper cutting by Lu Mingliang
and calligraphy by Guan Zhiyuan for everyone’s participation.

Admission: $5. Adults; $4. Seniors;
Free:  Museum Members & Children under 12
  Opening Reception
Kouhei Okamoto Line Works Saturday June 26, 1:00-3:00PM
Opening Reception with calligraphy demonstration
Join us for an exciting day for the opening reception of
"Hyper Calligraphy" Kouhei Okamoto Line Works.
Mr. Okamoto will demonstrate his over sized calligraphy and live jazz will be played.
Free for everyone
Christine Hengst
Outside
"Birds in the garden" Christy Hengst , part of the “Birds in the Park Project".
1 day only
(June 26th)
  Friday, July 23
Macbeth Shakespeare in the Garden - Macbeth** : 6:30PM - Garden opens at 6:30pm
An unearthly prophecy. A plot to kill a head of state. Obsession, deception, witches and warriors...and that's just in the first 15 minutes of Shakespeare's Macbeth!

"Outdoor Shakespeare is a terrific way to introduce audiences to the works of Shakespeare," said Ursone Executive Director of Curtain Call, Inc. the company producing the play. Patrons are encouraged to bring blankets and/or chairs and a picnic to enjoy in our lovely Japanese Stroll Garden
$15. non-museum members; $10. museum members; free to North Salem Residents and children under 12 .
  Friday, August 6th
Norm Hathaway Swing Band Norm Hathaway Moonlight Swing Band**: 8:00PM-11:00PM
The Norm Hathaway Big Band plays it like it was! A twelve piece band will have you tapping your toes and shaking a leg to favorite tunes. Pack a picnic and a blanket and enjoy Swing Music.

Garden opens at 7pm. Dancing from 8pm-11pm.
$15: Non Museum Members; $10 Museum Members North Salem Residents Free
  Saturday, August 21st
Moonviewing Concert MoonViewing Concert, picnic and tea ceremony.**: 6:30PM
The annual MoonViewing concert is a tradition that was begun by Natalie Hays Hammond in 1966. The Japanese Stroll Garden, lit by paper lanterns, is a magical setting for this ancient custom, which every August brings together people and traditions of the East and West.

Evening Schedule:
6:30 Bento box picnic
7:00 Introduction to Tea Ceremony class by Michael McKenna
8:30 Concert

Bento boxes may be ordered for an additional fee of $15, choice of chicken, salmon or vegetarian. Food reservations must be made by August 17th. NO OUTSIDE FOOD
Concert admission:
$15 for Museum and Japan Society of Fairfield County members
$20 for non-members
Free for North Salem Residents
  Opening Reception

Saturday, Sept. 25th, 1:00-3:00PM
Opening Reception for:
tri state artist competition grand prize winner: Jason Noushin "Holiday in Eden" in the Hays Gallery
tri state artist competition winners: Peggie Blizard, Constance Kiermaier,
Belle Manes, Mayumi Takagi, Joanna Wezy in the Guild Hall
Flora Viale "Celebrity Bugs" in the Goelet Gallery


Free for everyone. Refreshments will be served
  Saturday, October 2nd, 1:00-3:00PM
Mid Autumn Festival Mid Autumn Festival - In Conjunction with Families with Children from China
Bring your child for an afternoon of fun activities focused on learning more about Chinese Culture
  Saturday, October 16th. 1:00-3:00PM
Tea Cultures in Asia
Experience Japanese, Chinese, and Korean tea ceremonies in an environment of natural beauty, harmony and tranquility.
  Saturday, November 20th
  Children’s Origami Workshop - Holiday Ornaments including the peace crane**
Ages 5 and up. Free for children with paid adult admission to museum.
$5. adults; $4. seniors. Free for North Salem Residents.
 
*This program is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts,
a state agency.

**Funding for these programs is made possible in part by ArtsWestchester’s Municipal Challenge grant
funded by Verizon, and in partnership with the Town of North Salem.

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Mr.Chiang Painting Brush With Nature Journey to a Painting - Steven P. Perkins Natalie Kase - Ceramics Kohei Okamoto Jung Eun Kim Outside “Holiday in Eden” Jason Noushin Flora Viale 45th Annual Blessing of the Animals Gallery Talk Chinese Culture Day Richard Pitts Sculptures Macbeth Norm Hathaway Moonlight Swing Band MoonViewing Concert Mid Autumn Festival Opening Reception, Septemrber 25, 1:00-3:00PM