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Paul Moro, Floral Bounty by the Bay, Dennis, MA, 1936, oil on board, 24 x 36 inches
THE CAHOON MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART 
RE-OPENING MARCH 15
 
Paul Moro: A Painter’s Journey
March 15 – April 30, 2017
 
Opening Reception – Saturday, March 18 from 4:30 to 6:00pm 
The Cahoon Museum of American art presents Paul Moro: A Painter’s Journey. This landmark exhibition is a retrospective of artist Paul Moro (1886-1953), whose oil paintings showcase a masterful vision of Cape Cod in the early twentieth century. Cape Cod was an important influence and inspiration to Moro and where he created some of his most memorable works. This exhibit is the most comprehensive and scholarly survey of the expansive body of work Moro created and presents 85 original paintings, which have never before been exhibited on Cape Cod and rarely shown elsewhere, installed in 5 galleries of the Museum. The exhibition opens to the public on Wednesday, March 15 and continues through Sunday, April 30.
Three related programs are planned in conjunction with Paul Moro: A Painter’s Journey. Programs are free with admission unless otherwise specified.
  • Sunday, March 19, 1:00pm – Gallery Talk “A Painter’s Life: Paul Moro” with Valerie Ann Leeds, PhD.  Join independent curator, scholar, and art historian, Valerie Ann Leeds, as she conducts a tour of the Paul Moro exhibit and explores Moro’s colorful life and creative legacy.
  • Friday, April 7, 11:00am – Lecture “Conversation on Conservation” with Christina Zuccari of Moro Studio Inc. Paul Moro’s granddaughter, Christina Zuccari, discusses her family’s multi-generational involvement in art conservation and describes various materials, treatments, and techniques for the proper care and conservation of works of art.
  • Friday April 21, 4:30 – 6:30pm – Talk & Tasting with John F. Carafoli.   John Carafoli, author of Great Italian American Food in New England, shares his insights into Italian enclaves and the evolution of Italian-American cuisine. Carafoli’s illustrated travelogue, highlighting the Cape’s Italian communities and cuisine, is followed by a book signing and a savoring of some delectable Italian food and wine prepared by an acclaimed local chef. $25/$20 members. RSVP required.
Sponsorship of Paul Moro: A Painter’s Journey was provided by a Trustee of the Cahoon Museum of American Art.
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 4pm & Sunday 1pm to 4pm.
Admission: $10 general, $8 seniors and students, and free for museum members and children under 12.
Cahoon Museum of American Art
4676 Falmouth Road (Rte 28), Cotuit, MA 02635
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1853, Cotuit, MA 02635
(508) 428-7581  www.cahoonmuseum.org
email: news@cahoonmuseum.org
Hours: Tues – Sat 10am – 4pm & Sun 1-4pm
Admission: General $10; Seniors & Students $8
Free for Members and Children under 12

Troop #52 Spaghetti Supper

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Back by popular demand! Please join Boy Scout Troop #52 for a special Spaghetti Supper on Saturday, March 4th from 4:30 – 7:30 PM in Bruce Hall of the Cotuit Federated Church. Guests will be seated as soon as possible upon arrival, last seating at 7:30 PM. The scouts will be serving up a complete meal with crisp garden salad, spaghetti and meatballs, fresh baked bread from Pain D’Avignon, and dessert for only $10.00. Please make a reservation in advance via email (preferred) to Bruce Cole at wineman@capecod.net or by calling him at 508-367-7853 and leaving a message. All guests may settle up at the door via cash or check payable to Troop #52 – Cotuit. The Troop thanks everyone in advance for your consideration and we hope to see a big crowd March 4th!