Melrose Creative Alliance
Connecting creative Melrosians with one another and with resources to power a vibrant arts and cultural community
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Upcoming Community Events
Keep up to date with creative and cultural events in Melrose!
THE HIVE!
The HIVE! is where Melrose residents and visitors can find arts and cultural events and discover local creative talent.
We also help creative producers get the word out broadly about their work.
Already know what you’re looking for?
Head straight to the HIVE directory that you need!
Melrose Creatives
Click here to get information about the fantastic independent visual and performing artists right here in Melrose!
Arts & Culture
Find out about the great arts organizations and small businesses that we have in the city, and how to connect with them.
Creative Classes
Want to find a creative class for you or your child? Find private and organization instruction in art, music, dance, theatre and more.
Artist Resources
Information and resources for artists and organizations to do and present their work: venues, funding sources, publicity, and more!
Creative Classifieds
If you’d like to post a Creative Classified, email us at melrosecreativealliance@gmail.com
CALL FOR ARTISTS: DOG DAYS OF SUMMER @GALLERY 103
Gallery 103 at the WCLC — Reading, MA
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER
This summer, Gallery 103 is turning the gallery over to the dogs.
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER is a group exhibition celebrating dogs in all their humor, weirdness, beauty, chaos, loyalty, movement, companionship, and personality. We’re looking for artwork that captures the many ways dogs become part of our identities, routines, relationships, communities, and everyday lives.
We’re seeking dog-inspired work across painting, photography, illustration, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, mixed media, textile art, and contemporary or experimental practices. We welcome both accomplished and emerging artists and hope to create a vibrant exhibition featuring a wide range of artistic styles and perspectives, with artists from Reading, Greater Boston, and across Massachusetts. The exhibition will open with a summer launch celebration on Saturday, July 25 in the afternoon (time TBD), inspired by the energy of a summer block party and community gathering.
DETAILS
Submissions due: June 30
Artists will be notified by July 6
Exhibition opening: Saturday, July 25 (afternoon, time TBD)
All artwork must be fully finished and ready to hang/install upon delivery. Framed work must include secure hanging hardware. Selected artists will be asked to contribute a $10 participation fee to help support exhibition and event costs.
To submit, please send: images of work, short artist bio, dimensions, medium, and pricing (if applicable), website and/or Instagram, contact information.
Please send submissions and questions to: karinna.sjogaber@gmail.com
https://www.writersclc.com/gallery103/
Teen Musicians Needed at FYACS
Melrose Cultural Council seeks high school Student Member
Application deadline: May 31, 2026
Application Link HERE.
This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to the Melrose community, represent and advocate for student perspectives in local decision-making, and develop practical skills and firsthand experience in cultural leadership, collaboration and civic engagement.
The Student Member serves a two-year term (from July 2026 – July 2028) as a voting member of the council, participating in monthly meetings to review and fund arts and cultural grant applications, support local artists and help strengthen Melrose’s creative community. In this role, you will bring forward the ideas and priorities of your peers, while also helping raise awareness of the council’s programs within the school community.
Open to students with a broad range of interests, not just those involved in the arts, the Student Member position is an opportunity to help support and fund local cultural programs that enrich all of Melrose. Students who are curious, engaged and motivated to make a difference in their community are encouraged to apply. The role offers opportunities to build skills in communication, collaboration, and leadership, connect with local artists and cultural leaders, and earn community service hours.
Join the Board of the Melrose Farmers’ Market
Hello Melrose! We’re currently seeking new board members to help us keep our farmers’ market growing and thriving! We’re looking for active, community-minded individuals who want to play a meaningful role in shaping our beloved market.
March tastings at Buckalew’s
FYACS April vacation programming
Around town for April Break? It’ll be all Fun and Games at Follow Your Art Community Studios. K-5 students are invited to come create (and play!) their very own adventures. Registration is open! https://www.fyamelrose.org/
Proud to be a member of the MASSCreative Action Network
“MASSCreative organizes artists, creatives, cultural groups and changemakers to advocate for a more equitable and inclusive creative sector for all residents of the Commonwealth.”
