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An orchid from a past show at Tower Hill

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Orchids in spotlight at Tower Hill

Tower Hill Botanic Garden has combined dazzling plant displays and vibrant art installations for this year’s orchid exhibit, “Prismatic, An Orchid Exhibition.” Inspired by color and light, the exhibition adorns Tower Hill’s indoor spaces, including the Limonaia and Orangerie, with 1,400 colorful orchids and sparkling works of art. The journey also includes a walk through a rainbow in the Milton Gallery and a view of a shimmering George Sherwood sculpture in the Cafe. In conjunction with the exhibition, Tower Hill will hold Orchids After Dark 6-8 p.m. on Fridays beginning Feb. 18 through March 18. The after-hours event will feature jazz music, a cash bar and light bites ($28; $20 for members). What: “Prismatic, An Orchid Exhibition” When: Through March 20 Where: Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston How much: Included with admission. Admission tickets must be reserved online in advance. All who are able must wear masks indoors at Tower Hill Botanic Garden until further notice. Tower Hill is following the mask guidance provided by the CDC. www.towerhillbg.org

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ArtsWorcester’s annual College Show

The prize winners of ArtsWorcester’s 18th Annual College Show will have their work exhibited in-person at ArtsWorcester from Feb. 17 to March 27. The whole show is on view online through the end of March, featuring 56 works from students with a broad range of academic concentrations, as well as insights from the artists themselves. The art includes traditional and new media in film, printmaking, photography, paint, and digital art. Juror Jessica Roscio, director and curator at Danforth Art Museum, awarded four prize winners, all of equal merit and receiving cash awards, and six artworks for honorable mentions. For the show Roscio selected the 56 works from over 170 submissions. “The diversity of media and subject were exciting, and many works approached our current anxieties in varied and surprising ways, creating a window into contemporary practice on the college level,” she said. Prize Winners: Wynne Dromey, Clark University; Jori Dudzikowski, Clark University; Shea O’Scannlain, College of the Holy Cross; Mariam Soas, College of the Holy Cross. What: ArtsWorcester’s 18th Annual College Show When/Where: Online through the end of March. Prizewinning works can also be seen in person Feb. 17 to March 27 at ArtsWorcester, 44 Portland St., Worcester. www.artsworcester.org

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Who’s up for an Owl Prowl?

Is spring coming? Our local owls can be very vocal this time of year when they are establishing territory and communicating with their mates. Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary presents a “Family Owl Prowl” Feb. 19. Learn all about owls around a warming campA barred owl in a tree in Hubbardston. FILE fire, followed by a short hike to listen and look for owls and other nighttime wildlife who might be nearby. This programPHOTO is entirely outdoors so dress for conditions, with cold weather gear and winter boots. Suitable for family with children 5 and older. Registration is required. What: “Family Owl Prowl” When: 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 19 Where: Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. How much: Members — adult $15; child $10. Nonmembers — adult $18; child $12. www.massaudubon.org/program-catalog/wachusett-meadow/80381-family-owl-prowl

Gabe Stillman brings ‘blues machine’ to Bull Run

The Gabe Stillman Band has been called a “blues machine” that runs at full tilt for every performance. While their sound is unmistakably rooted in the blues, the band draws from the deep well of all American roots music. Stillman formed his band in 2015, shortly after graduating from Boston’s Berklee Gabe Stillman. College of Music. He went on PROMOTIONAL PHOTO to prove his talent at the 35th Annual International Blues Challenge in Memphis, landing in the final eight contestants and winning the esteemed Gibson Guitar Award. Joining Stillman for his show at the Bull Run Restaurant in Shirley on Feb. 19 will be legendary Texas blues guitarist Anson Funderburgh. What: The Gabe Stillman Band with Anson Funderburgh When: 8 p.m. Feb. 19 (doors open for seating and dinner at 6 p.m.) Where: The Bull Rin Restaurant, 215 Great Road, Shirley How much: $24. www,bullrunrestaurant.com