Real Art Ways — Attraction in Hartford

I do not know why Real Art Ways was on my Cinephile radar! I somehow came across the animated short series they were screening and had to check it out! Winnie and Lauren were so responsive and helpful! There's plenty of parking and the building is off the road in a non-congested area which is always nice when you're not in a familiar area and running behind having to deal with finding parking. The facility is great and this is all inclusive (gallery space, concessions, theatre areas, etc.) They also seem to be really good about offering and engaging people with ongoing events etc.. As big-box theaters dwindle and people, post-covid, find convenience watching pretty much everything at home it is so nice to have a place like Real Art Ways to...

Now that I live in Parkville I can't wait to check out my local art scene. I've always been a huge fan of Art. Also, I am an artist myself. I'm hoping that maybe this could be a resource into getting more acclimated with the art community. Kind of unrelated but not really... Has anybody seen a giant dried gourd at real art ways? It should have a sky painted on it That Fades from day to night. I painted it when I was in Middle School. My art teacher at the time said she works closely with real art ways and she would love to display it. When I asked for it back at the end of the school year, she said she couldn't get it back from real art ways. I believe she was lying lol but if anyone has seen it there I would like to...

A really nice change of pace for me. I used to frequent many clubs, bars and popular spots in and around Hartford and loved the diverse, energetic and exciting environments. However in the last 3 years so much has changed and I found myself people watching and also watching my watch to see if it was an appropriate time to leave...it just wasnt fun anymore. RAW aka Real Art Ways is a blast everytime! A limited but still adequate beer and wine selection with cocktails also available. Great conversation starters at every turn and I've just started going! I enjoy movies I would never think of watching a few months ago...I am so happy I joined and look forward to making the best of...