UPCOMING EVENTS!

Capturing the Real American Horror Story
Oct
26
to Oct 27

Capturing the Real American Horror Story

TWO-DAY POLITICAL HALLOWEEN CREATIVE RETREAT

This project uses editorial photoshoots to confront the horrors of today’s political reality — from transphobia and censorship to fascism disguised as freedom. Each concept is a stylized protest, turning art into resistance and spotlighting the systems that continue to target marginalized communities in America right now.

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Tag Sale Closing Event!
Aug
24

Tag Sale Closing Event!

We are officially closing The Studio and moving our businesses on the road!

As queer artists it’s been difficult navigating our goals as business owners in this political climate. Although we loved our little spot in Chester, I think it’s time for us to close that chapter and head to the next. Opening the studio taught us so much about what we want and what dreams we want to chase. It taught us so much about what we need from this life and brought us some really amazing opportunities and people.I mean, the art we both created in this studio is something we will never forget.

So before we leave we want to have one last event where we can bring community together and sell some of the art we created here.

Things for sale:
- Furniture
- Photography Equipment
- Props
- Framed Art
- Art prints
- Wall Art
- Pottery equipment
- Other random stuff!

WE’RE HAVING A HUGE CLOSING SALE SO COME SHOP!! :)

We are headed to Europe for about a month the day after this event so we’re hoping to sell as much as we can and make some extra money for our trip! So if you want to come help clear us out or maybe just come to say goodbye to our studio with us and hang out, any support is appreciated. There will be drinks and snacks available too. Feel free to BYOB! 🫶🏼

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Jul
12

Queer Independence Discussion Panel

Engage in a thought-provoking community panel discussion on queer independence. This panel will offer the opportunity to connect with diverse voices from across generations as they reflect on past, present, and future LGBTQ+ resilience, self-determination, and community support. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the strength of queer identities.

More information here!

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We Will Not Be Erased Art Show
Jun
16

We Will Not Be Erased Art Show

  • 555 Asylum Avenue Hartford, CT, 06106 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This exhibition is dedicated to uplifting queer and trans voices during a time of social and legislative challenges against LGBTQ+ rights. =

This exhibition will be curated and organized by local queer artists Amanda Mendoza (Lead Curator) and Gyllian Cruz (Assistant Curator), with a community workshop to be offered by PeerPride during the show. The Hartford Artspace Gallery has given their space for free for this exhibition to occur Monday, June 16th!

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Sex Trivia
May
23

Sex Trivia

  • 5 West Main Street Chester, CT, 06412 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Sex Trivia with Kim and Clare is BACK, this time in Chester, CT! It's free, and you could win an awesome goodie bag with some Banana Split Shop vibes and other fun prizes.


No registration needed - just show up and have fun.

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Spring Into Self-Love
May
2

Spring Into Self-Love

  • 5 West Main Street Chester, CT, 06412 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Step into spring with us and spend a fun evening filled with self care at the Millhouse! Completely free to come, sign up for events on our website, walk ins welcome!

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TDOV Art Exhibition & Book Launch
Mar
31

TDOV Art Exhibition & Book Launch

Join us on Trans Day of Visibility to celebrate the artistry of LGBTQ+ creators. The event will showcase works from community artists, including Samuel Avery, and will feature the launch of his debut photography book, TRANSPARENT.

Connect with fellow artists to amplify our community’s visibility in a time of resistance.

Submit your artwork to samgiardina9@gmail.com

Drinks, snacks, and refreshments will be provided!

I am also working on a Trans Day of Visibility project with Trans Lifeline! I am looking for trans models to stop by sometime that weekend, March 28th - 30th for a photography project! If you are interested, please fill out this form to sign up!

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LOVE IS LOVE @ THE STUDIO
Feb
7

LOVE IS LOVE @ THE STUDIO

Join us for an evening creating and celebrating all forms of love!

Flower Bar hosted by Enchanted Blooms

Wax Candle Painting hosted by The Crystal Woods

“L O V E” Mini Sessions photographed by Samuel Avery

Love Out Loud Film Project with Samuel Avery and Transqat

Love Letter Writing with Love & Om and Prism Counseling

Chocolate Mask & Self-Care Sets by Skin Craft by Britt

Permanent Jewelry by Sneaky Linx

There will be drinks, snacks, and lots of fun activities for you to check out! We’ll have a Valentine’s raffle and sale going on all weekend too! BYOB

Purchase a raffle ticket here!

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Shop Local Holiday Markets
Dec
14
to Dec 15

Shop Local Holiday Markets

Support small businesses and shop local this holiday season! Parkville Market is excited to be hosting a full weekend of small businesses at our Shop Local Holiday Market

Saturday, Dec. 14 – Sunday, Dec. 15, from 11AM – 6PM.

We’ve partnered with more than a dozen local small businesses to ensure your holiday shopping goes smoothly!

More information here!

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Winter Workshop
Dec
6

Winter Workshop

We are excited to host an all day event to celebrate the upcoming holidays! Join us for a day filled with holiday themed fun and get in the festive spirit! This will also be a celebration for our one year anniversary of being open!

HOLIDAY CARD MINI SESSIONS - Sign up here!

  • Get ready for the holiday season with unique, editorial style holiday card photos!

  • Set will be a classic handmade wreath by Enchanted Blooms!

MAKE YOUR OWN ORNAMENTS - Sign up here!

  • Paint or sculpt an ornament of your choosing!

  • Wood slice ornaments available to paint as well as the option to make your own clay ornament!

WREATH MAKING - Sign up here!

  • Create your own beautiful wreath using sustainable materials!

MINI HOLIDAY FACIALS - Sign up here!

  • Book a mini express facial to get a little festive glow for the holiday season! Walk in’s welcome

WINTER GALLERY

  • We will have a new winter gallery up with a holiday sale going on all weekend!

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Eco Friendly Wreath Workshop
Dec
2

Eco Friendly Wreath Workshop

Create your own beautiful wreath using sustainable materials! Enjoy delicious snacks and bring your favorite drink! (BYOB) for a cozy crafting experience!

Email: Enchantedbloomsct@gmail.com for payment and more information! Don’t wait to sign up! Spots are limited!

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New London Pride
Aug
10

New London Pride

  • 98 Neptune Avenue New London, CT, 06320 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

I will be a vendor at New London Pride at Ocean Beach Park in New London on Saturday August 12th from 11 am - 6pm!

I will have a booth with my artwork, merchandise, stickers, etc for sale as well as free trans resources! Come check us out on the Ocean Beach Park Boardwalk! More details about my booth’s exact location will be released soon!

Click here for more information about New London Pride!

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WEST HARTFORD PRIDE
Jun
22

WEST HARTFORD PRIDE

I will be lead photographer for the event and I’ll have a booth as well!

West Hartford Pride is an incredible month-long celebration ending in a festival day filled with joy, storytelling and opportunities to network and connect with family, friends and statewide resources. For more information visit https://westhartfordpride.org/.

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PORTLAND PRIDE
Jun
15

PORTLAND PRIDE

Parade steps off from Monument Square at 1pm, proceeds along Congress Street to Congress Square Park, down High Street to Park Avenue, where it enters Deering Oaks Park by Mellen Street, and lasts for about an hour.

Festival is held at Deering Oaks Park from 1pm to 5pm.

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BOSTON PRIDE
Jun
8

BOSTON PRIDE

I will be a vendor again at Boston Pride this year!

This will include a parade, a festival, and more! The parade will start in Copley Square at 11 A.M. and move through the city’s South End, finishing at Boston Common where everyone can enjoy the festival including performances from local and national entertainers. City Hall Plaza will host a Block Party for those 21+ that begins later in the afternoon.

Visit their website for more information!

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MIDDLETOWN PRIDE
Jun
1

MIDDLETOWN PRIDE

I will be lead photographer for the event and I’ll have a booth as well!

Middletown PrideFEST is the State of Connecticut’s largest pride event held in downtown Middletown, Connecticut, on the first Saturday of June. PrideFEST starts at 12 pm and ends at 10 pm.

PrideFEST is an all afternoon street festival that includes family friendly fun and activities for all ages. PrideFEST consists of the Middletown Pride March, Pride Rally, two Pride Showcase Concerts, and a Tea Dance. Vendors and food trucks will be located on Main Street, and our 21+ area will offer cocktails and adult beverages with a perfect view of the South Green Stage. Don’t forget to stop by the Middletown Pride Merchandise Tent to purchase your exclusive Middletown Pride swag, sign up for our newsletter, and learn about what we do all year.

PrideFEST draws approximately 20,000 individuals, 130 vendors, and 80 marching groups from all over New England to downtown Middletown. Visit their website for more information!

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Game Night
May
17

Game Night

Sam Avery Media and Transqat are excited to announce our next Game Night in our series! Game Night will be a queer forward event with all your favorite classic game show styled games, including The Couples Game, Pictionary, Queer Trivia, and more!

The second Game Night will be on Friday, May 17th at 7:00pm at THE STUDIO in Chester, CT! You can come anytime after 4 PM but games will start at 7! Clare will be your host as we kick off the event with the game Pictionary, followed by a social and drinks.

I will also have my “Blooming” gallery up for anyone who is interested in checking that out!

Join us at THE STUDIO for a night filled with delicious snacks and drinks, fun games, and community! There will also be prizes for winners of each game so be prepared to play to win!

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Trans Joy Art Show
Mar
15

Trans Joy Art Show

Join Milford Pride for the opening reception of their Trans Joy art show, highlighting local transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming artists as a celebration of International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV).

TDOV is an annual event dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society.

Come meet the artists, enjoy light refreshments from La Catrina Taqueria, and make connections in the local LGBTQIA+ community. Free to attend, donations encouraged.

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