The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc.
Who We Are
Providing education, encouragement and experience in the visual arts
The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc. (SCAN) is a non- profit arts organization from Western Connecticut. Our goal is to support artists and promote the visual arts. For more than half a century SCAN members, (artists of all skill levels and art enthusiasts) have been sharing their knowledge.
Our activities include:
- Monthly art demonstrations
- Art Show & Sales
- Workshops
- Open Studio
- Bus trips in to visit art events
- Other art-related activities
Each month we publish SCAN INK, a newsletter for our members, which provides complete details about our programs.
Upcoming Events
WORKSHOP: Adele Moros
WORKSHOP: Adele Moros
WORKSHOP: Adele Moros
On Saturday, June 6, 2026, 10 :15AM – 3:30 PM (with a short lunch break), SCAN is having a Watercolor Florals Workshop with Adele Moros. This event will be held at Art & Frame, 77 Main St, Newtown, CT. Prior registration with fee, required. See Education Page for information.
DEMO: Todd Casey
WORKSHOP: Adele Moros
WORKSHOP: Adele Moros
On Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7:30pm, Todd Casey will be demonstrating . This event will be at The Newtown Senior Center, 8 Simpson Street in Newtown, CT. All are welcome and admission is free.
DEMO: Sarena Johnson
WORKSHOP: Adele Moros
DEMO: Sarena Johnson
On Wednesday June 24, 2026 at 1:30pm, Sarena Johnson will demonstrate a tonal figure painting in oil. This event will be at The Newtown Senior Center, 8 Simpson Street in Newtown, CT. All are welcome and admission is free.
Summer Show & Sale
WORKSHOP: Randy Carboni
DEMO: Sarena Johnson
July 2 – September 29, 2026, CH Booth Library, 25 Main Street (Rt. 25) Newtown, CT. Show hours: Monday - Thursday 9:300am to 8pm, Friday -Saturday 9:30am to 5:00pm. Closed on Sundays.
All are welcome and admission is free. Prospectus is on the Exhibit Page.
WORKSHOP: Randy Carboni
WORKSHOP: Randy Carboni
WORKSHOP: Randy Carboni
On Saturday, July 11, 2026, 10 :15AM – 3:30 PM (with a short lunch break), SCAN is having a Workshop – Art is Fun with Randy Carboni. This event will be held at Art & Frame, 77 Main St, Newtown, CT. Prior registration with fee, required. See Education Page for information.
DEMO: Justin Wiest
WORKSHOP: Randy Carboni
WORKSHOP: Randy Carboni
On Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:30pm, Justin Wiest will be demonstrating painting a still life in oil. This event will be at The Newtown Senior Center, 8 Simpson Street in Newtown, CT. All are welcome and admission is free.
DEMO: Jessica Teti Turgoose
DEMO: Jessica Teti Turgoose
DEMO: Jessica Teti Turgoose
On Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 7:30pm, Jessica Teti Turgoose will be demonstrating a portrait in pastel. This event will be at The Newtown Senior Center, 8 Simpson Street in Newtown, CT. All are welcome and admission is free.
DEMO: Kelli Folsom
DEMO: Jessica Teti Turgoose
DEMO: Jessica Teti Turgoose
On Wednesday August 26, 2026 at 1:30pm, Kelli Folsom will demonstrate a still life in oil. This event will be at The Newtown Senior Center, 8 Simpson Street in Newtown, CT. All are welcome and admission is free.