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| | Shadows and Light: Music by Joni Mitchell with Flippo the Band featuring Kay Harris and Molly Paulken
Friday, May 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
FLIPPO presents a tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell and others for a special evening performance. FLIPPO's love and appreciation of Joni's music come out in their dynamic and inspired versions of her songs. FLIPPO is a Columbus jazz group in the spirit of sonic colors and innovation born of the “funk” and “jazz/rock fusion” movements of the 1970’s and beyond. For more about Flippo, visit their Facebook page here.
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| | Dance and Sing with Miss Marlene!
Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Family Fun Series: It's time for some family fun at the MAC! You'll be delighted with our new family series programming, which is geared toward preschool - young elementary-aged kids and their families. Experience the enchanting world of Miss Marlene, a cherished children's musician captivating Central Ohio families since 2003. Join us at the McConnell Arts Center for a family music concert filled with boundless energy, instant connections, and a repertoire of over 150 songs that blend traditional favorites with new gems. With a dynamic setlist featuring sing-alongs like "Wheels On the Bus" and covers such as "We Are the Dinosaurs," Miss Marlene's concerts offer an interactive and joyful experience for children under 6 and their big people. Don't miss the chance to be part of this musical journey, where laughter, silliness, and cherished memories abound in a celebration of two decades of musical excellence in Central Ohio.
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| | World Collage Day at The MAC: Collage in Four Dimensions
Saturday May 10, 2025, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Celebrate World Collage Day with an immersive, hands-on art experience at the McConnell Arts Center on Saturday, May 10th, from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM! Spread across four rooms, this event invites you to explore the world of collage through four unique themes, each room featuring creative prompts and challenges designed to spark inspiration and experimentation!
This is a pay-what-you-can event, and all donations will go directly to the Columbus Collage Collective to support future community art programming. This event also takes place during Decomposition: Dusk Effect featuring the collage art of Emily Morgan (aka Lovely But Dead). RSVPs are recommended, but walk-ins are also welcome! Whether you're a seasoned collage artist or brand new to the medium, join us for an afternoon of cutting, pasting, and creative discovery! | Buy tickets |
| | Meet Me at the MAC Happy Hour
Join us for a Worthington Arts Festival Preview Happy Hour at the MAC one month before the 2025 festival!
Meet your friends at the MAC for a Happy Hour, where you can sip and stroll your way through our current exhibition. You can also enjoy a wine tasting and a preview of Worthington Arts Festival artists as you shop at the art market, all while enjoying music from Moxy Martinez!
WHERE:
McConnell Arts Center 777 Evening St. Worthington 43085
WHEN:
Wednesday, May 14 from 6 - 8 pm
COST: $15
Covers entrance to event, snacks from Worthington Tavern, and one drink ticket good for a drink at our bar or to participate in tasting our five wines. Wine selected by Donnie Austin of Aardvark Wine & Beer. And be sure to mark your calendars for the 2025 Worthington Arts Festival returning to the Village Green June 14- 15, 2025.
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| | “Gaana Amrutham” a concert by Amrutha Venkatesh (Dhvani)
Friday, May 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
AMRUTHA VENKATESH – Vocal
L. RAMAKRISHNAN – Violin
ARJUN GANESH – Mridangam
CHANDRASEKARA SHARMA – Ghatam
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| | Friday, May 17, 2025 at 7:00PM
Break on through to the other side with The Moonbats as they present an entire evening of music by The Doors! “With an intoxicating, genre-blending sound, provocative and uncompromising songs, and the mesmerizing power of singer Jim Morrison’s poetry and presence, The Doors had a transformative impact not only on popular music but on popular culture.” -thedoors.com The Moonbats capture the spirit of the 60’s by performing the songs that changed Rock and Roll forever. With their humor, energy, and top-notch musicianship, The Moonbats bring an authentic rock experience through these immortal songs. The band members are Jesse McNamara (Guitar/Lead Vocals), Tony Brock (Bass/Lead Vocals), Maxwell Button (Drums/Vocals), and Rob Cave (Keyboards/Vocals).
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| | Artist-guided gallery tour with Hassan Qureshi
Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join exhibiting artist, Hassan Qureshi, in an informative and in-depth tour of his exhibition, "Breath of the Wild: Harmony of Wildlife & Arabic Calligraphy," at the McConnell Arts Center. This will be an opportunity for patrons to be in conversation with the artist about the work as they tour the exhibition.
To learn more about Hassan before the tour, visit his website. | Buy tickets |
| | Artist-guided gallery tour with Emily Morgan
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join exhibiting artist, Emily Morgan, in an informative and in-depth tour of her exhibition, "Decomposition: Dusk Effect," at the McConnell Arts Center. This will be an opportunity for patrons to be in conversation with the artist about the work as they tour the exhibition.
To learn more about Emily before the tour, visit her website.
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| | Artist-guided gallery tour with Kathy McGhee
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join exhibiting artist, Kathy McGhee, in an informative and in-depth tour of her exhibition, "Printed Landscapes" at the McConnell Arts Center. This will be an opportunity for patrons to be in conversation with the artist about the work as they tour the exhibition.
To learn more about Kathy before the tour, visit her website. | Buy tickets |