Closer to the Sun
Saturday May 2, 4:00 PM - Sunday June 7
Kenise Barnes Fine Art -7 Fulling Lane Kent, CT
Kenise Barnes Fine Art is pleased to present Closer to the Sun, a solo exhibition of new paintings by Gabe Brown, an acclaimed American painter whose work explores the mystical forces of the natural world through luminous color, symbolic geometry, and layered abstraction. Brown’s paintings invite viewers into a universe where the rhythms of nature, memory, and imagination converge.
May 2 - June 7, 2026
reception with the artist
Saturday, May 2, 4 - 6 public invited
Contact Lani Ming Holloway, Associate Director, Lani@kbfa.com, 860 560 3085, with inquiries or to
arrange a preview of the exhibition.
Gallery hours: Thursday – Saturday 11:00 – 5:30, Sunday 12:00 – 4:00
Homesick
Thursday May 7, 4:00 PM - Sunday June 7
Peggy Mercury 9 Maple Street UNIT 2 Kent Barns Kent, CT
Homesick by Joshua Huyser
Minneapolis-based Joshua Huyser uses watercolor to capture everyday objects that celebrate light, color, form, pattern, and composition while evoking nostalgic responses and memories.
POP UP:
Saturday, May 9th, 3- 6 PM:
Fray Ardens Fragrance Launch
Meet our dear friend and multi-hyphenate Ash Compton as she introduces her alchemical collection of fine fragrances to Peggy Mercury. Ash infuses her background in architecture, design, film, and depth psychology into these scents that explore our innate dualities- fusing art with science, emotion with rationale.
For details, please email us at hithere@peggymercury.com
Second Saturdays 2026
Saturday May 9, 10:00 AM - Saturday October 10
6 N. Main Street Kent Barns, Kent, CT
Join us on the Second Saturday of every month from May through October for a vibrant farm market, surprise pop-ups, and live music all set throughout our complex. Our shops, galleries, and eateries will feature new exhibitions and inventory for your enjoyment. It's a perfect mix of culture, shopping, and community.
Learn about exciting special events and happenings by following us on Instagram @kentbarnsct
Summer Refresh
Saturday May 23, 4:00 PM - Saturday July 18
Craven Contemporary 4 Fulling Lane Kent Barns Kent, CT
Craven Contemporary is excited to announce Summer Refresh!
Opens Saturday, May 23, 2026
Closes Saturday, July 18, 2026
Group show of summer-themed works, including work by Bruno Leydet, Alex Katz, Louis Fratino, Sharon Core, David Shrigley, Daniel Murray, Alex Prager, Kehinde Wiley, and Danielle Orchard.
The image featured is by Kehinde Wiley's ‘Portrait of Marie-Agnes Dien’.
Hours & Contact Info:
Saturdays, 11 am - 5 pm, and Sundays, 12 pm - 5 pm.
cravencontemporary@gmail.com
(646) 355-8142
House of Books Celebrates 50 Years!
Saturday June 13, 6:00 PM - Saturday June 13
10 N. Main Street, Kent, CT
Join Us for a Day of Celebration!
This summer, House of Books turns 50!
Join us for a night of celebration from 6 PM -8 PM, including music, treats from Swyft, some swag, some toasts, and lots of fun.
Kindly RSVP.
(Smart casual attire suggested.)
Store Hours:
Sunday - Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday - Saturday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
860-927-4104
info@houseofbooksct.com
Bluegrass Jamboree 2024
Sunday September 6, 1:00 PM - Sunday September 6
Under the Big Maple in Kent Barns 6 N. Main Street Kent, CT
Clap your hands and stomp your feet! Our annual Bluegrass Jamboree will feature the talented SCE Bluegrass Band.
Free admission- suggested donation $10 per person. Purchase tickets HERE. Your donation helps the Sherman Chamber Ensemble continue providing live, world-class music close to our homes. The event takes place in Kent Barns, under the Maple Tree, Rts. 7 and 341, Kent, CT.
It’s a chance to let your hair down and enjoy music that’ll get your toes tapping and feet stomping. Audiences of all ages will enjoy this spirited program of new and old favorites in the bluegrass tradition.
Bring chairs and blankets, and if you need a tasty lunch or breakfast before the event, grab delicious treats at our award-winning eateries - Swyft or Wilson's Bakery & Cafe.