Council for the Arts

The Council for the Arts is a group of volunteers from the University and its surrounding communities who seek to foster and encourage an appreciation and enjoyment of the fine and performing arts. The council’s ultimate goal is to develop a lasting appreciation of the arts, which will encourage active involvement either as participants or as informed spectators.

For questions or more information, contact Anna Malzone at 631.687.1434 or [email protected].

Exhibition Information

Becoming

Oct. 25 – Dec. 13

Artist: Peter Galasso

Artist’s Reception & Gallery Talk:
Monday, Nov. 17
12:40 – 1:40 p.m.
Student Center Art Gallery.
Light refreshments will be served.

Peter Galasso’s imaginative paintings are featured in a solo exhibition that highlights the artist’s bold abstractions. His layering of visual elements demonstrates a mastery of composition. Color, shapes and shifting spaces create complex images that reflect his search for structure and meaning. Galasso has traditional training, and much of his past work focused on representational still life and figurative subjects. The evolution of his work drew him toward abstraction.

Image: Peter Galasso “The Day We Danced” (detail)

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A Performance for Native American Heritage Month: Jeffrey Pegram

Monday, Nov. 3
12:40 – 1:40 p.m.
Student Center — Eagles Nest Dining Hall

Jeffrey L. Pegram is a singer and composer of traditional and contemporary Native American music. With over 40 years of singing experience, Jeffrey has been nominated for various Native American music awards as well as Grammy Awards.

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Lessons and Carols

Wednesday, Dec. 3
6:30 p.m.
Muriel and Virginia Pless Center for Performing Arts

Come celebrate the Christmas season with “Lessons and Carols.” This time-honored tradition features scripture readings paired with beautiful carols. The evening will include performances by St. Joseph’s students, faculty and staff as well as sing-along portions. Join us for festive refreshments following the performances.

 

View Fall 2025 Council for the Arts Brochure

View More Information on Artist Talks and Other Upcoming Events

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Council members

Anna Malzone (chair)
Dawn Lee (gallery curator)
Ellen Clyne
Bryan Gill
Bogumila Lai
Elizabeth Pollicino Murphy
Tom Petriano
William Phillips
Kimberly Poppiti
Wendy Turgeon
Susan Van Scoy